Sometimes Mother Nature likes to push us to our limits and today is no exception. As I sit here typing out this article a wintery mix of snow and rain is starting to fall outside. The temperature is dropping and according to the weather man it’s not going to stop any time soon. It doesn’t bother me much because I’m in my nice warm home office looking at it from the inside out, but unlike me there are millions of people who make their living working outside in every imaginable type of weather everyday.So, how important is it to have the right clothing and shoes when working outside? Well, just ask someone who does and I’m sure you’ll get the same answer…pretty darn important!
Remember the Chiffon Margarine commercial from the 1970′s with the tagline, “It’s not nice to fool Mother Nature!” Well in today’s world that’s exactly what brand names like Carhartt, Red Wing, Under Armour and Columbia (just to name a few) are doing. Whatever the season these brands have you covered by designing and making workwear that will keep you warm and dry in the face of whatever impending weather Mother Nature decides to throw our way.
Although the winter season is upon us here in the Midwest with snow and freezing temperatures, down south the weather is sunny and warm. So while our sanitation engineers are working outside in coveralls, hats, boots and gloves, the sanitation engineers in Florida have on steel toe boots and workwear that consists of dri-fit shirts and shorts (makes you think moving south is not such a bad idea). That’s why all styles and fabrics of workwear are important.
Other important aspects to look for when buying quality workwear if your job has you outside dealing with Mother Nature are:
- Waterproof
- Flame resistant
- Hi-Visibility
- Insulated
- Slip resistant
So next time you’re lucky enough to be inside your home all nice and cozy during a pounding rain storm or a raging blizzard, just take a moment to think about the people that are working outside battling the elements. Makes you thankful for companies that make workwear and outerwear that’s not afraid of Mother Nature!
