How to Prepare Your Workwear for Autumn – Practical Guide for Workers and Employers | Optimum BHP
Autumn brings rapidly changing weather conditions that affect comfort and safety at work. Increased humidity, lower temperatures, rain, and shorter days make it essential to properly prepare your autumn workwear. At Optimum BHP, we offer a wide range of safety footwear, workwear, and accessoriesdesigned for autumn challenges. Don’t forget to check out our FAQ section and Workwear and PPE Blog for more expert tips.
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Why Proper Autumn Workwear Matters?
Wearing the wrong workwear during autumn can lead to discomfort, wet clothing, cold-related health issues, and even workplace accidents. Investing in quality insulated workwear and high visibility clothing can greatly improve safety during dark and rainy days.
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Step 1: Review Your Current Workwear
Before buying new gear, review the condition of your existing autumn workwear:
• Are your work trousers worn out?
• Do your work jackets still protect against rain and wind?
• Are your safety gloves suitable for lower temperatures?
• Do your work boots provide enough slip resistance and water protection?
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Step 2: Choose the Right Materials for Autumn Workwear
Autumn-specific workwear should provide:
• Water resistance,
• Breathability,
• Thermal insulation,
• High-visibility elements.
Recommended brands include Portwest, Sara Workwear, CXS Canis, Ardon, and Urgent.
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Step 3: Layer Up – The Power of Layering Autumn Workwear
The “onion principle” works best in autumn. Your autumn workwear should consist of:
• Base layer: Work T-shirts and polos for moisture management,
• Mid-layer: Work fleeces for warmth,
• Outer layer: Softshell jackets or insulated jackets for wind and rain protection.
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Step 4: Choosing the Right Autumn Safety Footwear
Autumn work boots must provide:
• Water resistance,
• SRC slip-resistant soles,
• Proper safety class (e.g., S3 or S5).
We recommend models from Base Protection, Delta Plus, Solid Gear, and VM Footwear.
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Step 5: Work Gloves for Autumn
Choose insulated work gloves or coated gloves for autumn:
• Latex-coated gloves for grip,
• Nitrile-coated gloves for oil and water resistance,
• PU-coated gloves for precision tasks.
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Step 6: High Visibility Clothing for Autumn Safety
With shorter days, high visibility workwear becomes essential. Opt for hi-vis vests, hi-vis shirts, and hi-vis sweatshirts to stay visible on site.
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Summary – Get Ready for Autumn with Optimum BHP Workwear
Properly preparing your autumn workwear ensures safety, comfort, and compliance with workplace standards. Browse the full Optimum BHP collection, explore our FAQ, and follow our Workwear Blog for more seasonal safety tips.
