Work Jackets

Everyone wants to own a really good work jacket that holds its shape, looks good, is comfortable to wear and performs up to expectations. It doesn’t seem too much to ask, although there is no alternative to the products of workwear industry brand names, showcased in the wide range of men’s work jackets and work jackets for women at RSEA Safety.

What is the best work jacket?

Selecting a suitable work jacket is straight-forward for some people. They already know what works for them according to their occupation, and have probably been keeping up with the evolution of work jackets through the years. However, if you are purchasing a genuine, high-quality work jacket for the first time, some guidance will be helpful.

Seasons naturally change, forcing workers to adapt to temperature extremes and variable weather conditions, so you may need more than one work jacket, plus other workwear to suit the conditions during the year. Here are a few initial considerations prior to purchasing a work jacket.

Your legal requirements: Specific workwear must be worn to satisfy workplace health and safety laws in many occupations. It’s a good thing, with workplaces and construction sites all around Australia becoming safer places, and lives saved as a result. Your employer should be able to tell you exactly what work jacket you require. In many cases employers provide uniforms, including work jackets, as part of the employment contract, while government agencies also chip in to help offset the costs of purchasing workwear in certain situations.

The type of work you perform: Legal requirements aside, and if you don’t need a Hi-Vis jacket, flame resistant jacket, or other special garment, you should still take time to consider the type of work you perform and the work jacket that will assist you. Workwear jacket features, such as those found on the Carhartt Men’s Berwick Jacket, include strong wind resistance, fleece and taffeta lining, storm flap, snap closure, snap-on optional hood, large front pockets, inside pockets, chest snap-closure pockets, reinforced snap-adjustable cuffs, triple-stitched seams, 100% cotton.

The weather conditions: The weather you work in will determine the exterior material and any internal insulation. Outdoor workers and those expecting to get wet on the job naturally opt for waterproof work jackets. Exterior jacket materials include cotton, cotton duck, cotton brushed flannel, rip-stop nylon, polyester, Oeko-Tex and more. Interior insulation of high-quality work jackets includes natural and man-made fibres that encourage breathability, moisture wicking, with additional wind resistance and waterproof features.

Other important considerations include the strength and weight of your work jacket. At RSEA Safety, you can purchase online or visit us in person at any of our Australia-wide network of retail outlets, and try your work jacket on for a perfect fit.

How warm should my work jacket be?

As any worker knows, it usually doesn’t take very long to start warming up when wearing a quality work jacket. The workwear fleece jacket, down work jacket, workwear bomber jacket or other workwear jacket you choose should keep you at a comfortable temperature while you are working hard.

If you require a water repellent jacket, we have the best waterproof work jackets available at RSEA Safety, plus layered options such as the ELEVEN Workwear Waterproof 4 in 1 Jacket Set with 3M™ Hi-Vis tape. This innovative jacket set provides various wearable configurations for staying warm, cool, dry and visible, depending on the need of the moment. RSEA Safety work jackets put you in control of the temperature.

How to wear a work jacket?

This is an important consideration. A lot of work jackets are designed to be quite close fitting, particularly for people working with heavy machinery. In situations where loose apparel can be dangerous, a comfortably close fitting and breathable work jacket is essential.

All Work jackets at RSEA Safety are purpose-designed for optimal functionality. Hi-vis gear, for example, should do a lot more than simply make you stand out in the dark. The Rainbird Landy Taped Soft Shell Jacket, for example, includes a 3-layer laminated soft shell, warm fleece inner, stretch fabric, zip-off sleeves and a PU performance backing. And of course, it is windproof and waterproof.

How to work out your jacket size?

The options are yours to shop online or in-store with RSEA Safety. Our growing network includes over 80 retail superstores, 5 distribution centres, 5 hire depots and 24 embroidery facilities, so wherever you are in Australia you can try before you buy to ensure you are 100% satisfied with your work jacket. Women and men are spoilt for choice with a huge number of colours and styles, and the best workwear collection available in Australia today, courtesy of RSEA Safety.