Navigating Winter Hazards: The importance of Hi-Viz Winter Workwear

The winter months are fast approaching and with that comes adverse weather, colder temperatures, and reduced daylight hours. All of which increase the risks of incidents to those working outdoors. While the exposure to cold can be dangerous and lead to health issues such as frostbite and hypothermia, the harsh conditions and reduced light cause lower visibility. Thus, outdoor workers face a dual challenge this time of year; keeping warm and staying safe.

The solution to this dilemma comes in the form of hi-visibility winter workwear and accessories. This type of gear is specifically designed to offer protection against both the cold, (or bitter cold, depending on where you are!) while increasing visibility while your workers are on the job.

As a National Distributor, we understand that your part of the country may be faced with different weather conditions to those of your colleagues, or others in the same industry. That’s why we offer a wide variety of options. From Fleece jackets to 6-in-1 Parkas, and everything in between, we have you covered. We also understand that each job has its own level of requirements when it comes to visibility, thus we also have multiple choices when it comes to the types of garments (such as coveralls,overalls and parkas), the color of the fabric ( Navy, Bright Orange or Bright Yellow), and the thickness and placement of theretro reflective striping.

With so many options available, there are many factors to take into consideration when choosing winter workwear for your employees. The temperature, work environment, level of activity, and the type of tasks to be completed will help dictate the type of workwear, as well as the levels of visibility needed in order to comply with safety regulations.

Finally, while being visible and bundling up against the cold are important aspects in choosing the right gear, we recognize that offering comfort and dexterity also play a role in ensuring your employees are able to focus on the task at hand. We recommend viewing the list of attributes listed in the description of each piece of clothing to ensure all your specific needs are covered.

Not sure where to start?

Here are some points to consider when choosing your winter work wear:

Body

Clothing - Is the worker in low light or harsh conditions causing low visibility? Are they close to fast moving vehicles or machines? Do they work on rooftops? Do they work in Enclosed spaces?

Check out our options for Upper Body, Lower body or full body coverage here.

Hands

Mitts- Gloves- Is great dexterity needed? Are they welding? Climbing? Looking for hand warmers?

Check out the glove/mitt options here.

Head

Toque - Is the worker wearing a hard hat or helmet? Do they wear ear protection? Are they wearing a facemask or safety eyewear?

Check out our head protection options for winter here.

Feet

Boots vs Ice cleats - What is the terrain like? Will they walk through snow, ice and water?

Check out our selection of winter work boots here.

Still have some questions? Our customer service team is happy to help!

Give us a call or contact us via email or through our contact form.