Almost every employer has a dress code for their workplace. Setting a standard for what is and isn’t appropriate work wear is usually a matter of professionalism and upholding the company brand. But in an industrial setting, a dress code is designed to protect more than your image. It protects you from injury. With that in mind, here are some do’s and don’ts.
DO Embrace the Power of the Polo
The best clothing for an industrial environment is both stylish and practical, and a polo shirt is a great example. In fact, your workplace may specifically have a polo in its dress code. A polo shirt looks better and offers more protection than a T-shirt. At the same time, its buttonless design is less hazardous than a more formal shirt.
DON’T Wear Shorts
Shorts may be comfortable, but they don’t belong on an industrial floor. For one thing, they’re not professional. More importantly, they don’t protect your legs against hazardous machinery or chemicals.
DO Wear Reflective Gear
This may be another case where a company dress code dictates what you wear. In an environment bustling with activity and filled with hazards, visibility is crucial, and a reflective vest ensures you are seen. Fun fact: On many production floors, the color of a worker’s reflective vest indicates their role.
DON’T Wear Jewelry
Earrings and necklaces can get caught in machinery, which can lead to catastrophic injury. The same goes for extremely loose and billowing tops.
DO Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Because of the COVID pandemic, most people think of masks and gowns when they hear PPE. However, in an industrial environment, PPE has a much broader description and can include earplugs for noisy environments, goggles to protect from potential flying debris, and sturdy work boots to prevent injury from dropped heavy products and equipment.
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