Putting on work overalls, or coveralls, correctly helps ensure comfort and proper protection while you work.
Here’s how to put on work overalls based on standard practices for protective coveralls:
Preparing to Put On Your Overalls
Before you even step into your work overalls, a little preparation goes a long way. This ensures the garment is ready and you are properly prepared to wear it.
- Check the Overalls: First, check parts to ensure none are missing or damaged. Inspect seams, zippers, and any closures to make sure the overalls are in good working order.
- Personal Preparation: For safety and ease of putting on, it's often recommended to remove any jewellery and your watch. Additionally, a practical step, especially with lightweight coveralls or protective suits, is to tuck trousers into socks. This helps prevent your regular clothing from bunching up inside the coveralls.
Stepping into the Overalls
Once you and your overalls are ready, it's time to put them on.
- Step In: Carefully step into the coveralls and pull up to the hips. Make sure your feet pass through the correct leg openings.
- Add Footwear: Before pulling the coveralls all the way up, put on your safety footwear. Put on safety shoes or boots at this stage.
- Adjust Legs: After your safety shoes are on, pull legs of the coveralls over boots. This provides a neat fit and helps prevent debris from entering your footwear or catching the hem.
- Pull Up and Fasten: Finally, pull the upper part of the coveralls over your torso and shoulders. Fasten the front zipper or buttons completely. Adjust the fit around your shoulders and arms for comfort and freedom of movement.
By following these steps, you can efficiently and correctly put on your work overalls or protective coveralls, preparing you for the task ahead.
