Working in cold weather brings with it a unique set of challenges, from hypothermia and chilblains to reduced dexterity and heightened risks of slips, trips and falls. That is why it is essential for your health and safety that you wear suitable clothing when working in cold weather. So, what is the best workwear for cold weather? Keep reading this blog to find out!
Base Layers
When dressing for work on a cold day, you will want to start with practical base layers. These layers will act as a second skin, providing the essential warmth that is needed when working outside in the winter months.
For your bottom half, our Spiro bodyfit baselayer leggings are a great option as they are extremely lightweight and can comfortably fit under thicker cargo trousers or work trousers. For your top half, some kind of sweat-wicking long sleeve works well, for example our TriDri long sleeve performance T-shirt. This wicking fabric should help to keep you dry, warm and comfortable even for long days at work.
Couple these simple base layers a pair of thick worker socks and you should be well on your way to feeling cosy and warm for your workday!
Mid Layers
On top of your base layer you will want to wear a mid-layer for added insulation and wind protection. Fleeces are a great mid-layer as they come in a range of thicknesses and styles, so you can choose a design based on your specific weather requirements. They are also easy to remove and pack away if the weather starts to heat up while you’re out on the job.
For extra cold weather, you can even layer up with fleece or dry-fit jogging bottoms on top of your base leggings. These joggers should help you retain extra warmth while still offering full freedom of movement.
Outer Layers
Depending on whether the weather is wet and cold or just cold, you can decide if you need a waterproof jacket, or just a jacket that will keep you warm. Our Result Waterproof 2000 jacket is great for layering as it is midweight, waterproof and will also pack down neatly into any kit bag or rucksack. Pair this jacket with some waterproof trousers and you’re nearly ready to face the outside world!
To finish off your cold weather workwear look, you will need to stock up on some essential winter accessories, like beanies and gloves. Cold weather can reduce mental alertness and reaction times, as well as impair finger sensitivity and dexterity. Both of these factors can significantly increase the risks of accidents, which is why staying warm with appropriate headwear and gloves is so crucial for workwear safety in cold weather.
If you’re working on a building site or area where hi-vis is required, don’t fret! We also stock a range of hi vis jackets, hi vis trousers and more that are perfect for layering on cold days.
All of the workwear we supply at Class Workwear is available to be customised with a design of your choice using print or embroidery today! So, whether you need custom waterproof trousers or warm jackets with your company logo, you’re sure to find custom winter workwear that suits your needs in our collection.
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If you have any questions about our workwear range or want advice on the best workwear for cold weather, get in touch with us today and a member of our team will be happy to help!
