Work overalls are essential equipment for body protection in many professional sectors. They limit exposure to chemical, mechanical or dirt-related hazards, while ensuring user comfort. This clothing is essential in industry, construction, logistics, food processing or maintenance, where safety and accident prevention are a priority.
What standards apply to work overalls?
Work overalls must meet European standards that guarantee their effectiveness and safety according to use:
EN ISO 13688: general requirements for protective clothing, including strength, safety and comfort.
EN 340: general specifications for professional protective clothing.
EN 1149-5: protection against electrostatic charges, useful in chemicals or electronics.
EN 13034: limited protection against liquid chemical splashes.
EN 14126: protection against infectious agents.
EN ISO 20471: enhanced visibility for hazardous environments.
Meeting these standards makes it possible to select overalls suited to every trade and to guarantee operator safety.
What types of work overalls are there, and for which sectors?
Different types of work overalls exist to meet the needs of every sector:
Cotton or polyester overalls, suited to industry, craft trades or mechanics.
Disposable models, recommended for chemicals, medical or food processing settings, available in our selection of disposable overalls and clothing.
High-visibility overalls, designed for construction, waste collection or outdoor maintenance.
Multi-risk models, for welding, electrical work or protection against infectious agents.
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How should work overalls be maintained?
Maintaining work overalls requires ongoing attention to guarantee performance and user safety:
Strictly follow the manufacturer's washing instructions, favouring cycles suited to the nature of the fabric.
Carry out frequent visual checks to spot any tears, signs of wear or weakened seams.
Store each garment in a clean, dry place, away from direct light and away from chemicals.
Replace the garment when signs of deterioration are detected or after contact with potentially harmful substances.
Regular maintenance thus helps extend the garment's lifespan and protects the health of professionals.
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What specific points should be considered for work overalls?
Choosing work overalls should take several technical and contextual specifics into account. It is important to check compatibility with other PPE, such as gloves, footwear or masks, to guarantee optimal protection. Some overalls are designed to withstand extreme conditions: cold, moisture, chemical splashes or biological hazards. Visibility can also be a decisive criterion in low-light environments. Finally, ergonomics and fit to the user's body shape support comfort and freedom of movement, essential for extended use on site.