Virtually indispensable workwear with reflective material

It is a classic: the work dungarees. We tested pants from four manufacturers, as always under real shop conditions.

 

For the popularity of the work dungarees with reflective material there are many reasons. So the bib protects outerwear such as T-shirts, shirts and sweaters from dirt and damage. And the length-adjustable straps provide the advantage that the pants are cut at the waist on, without being able to slip. In addition, the outerwear cannot slip out, as it is possible in normal pants. In many models, the carriers are brought together at the back below the shoulder blades and form a common piece of fabric to the buttock. But there are also embodiments in which the carrier extends parallel to the back. Thanks to the support it needs no belt, which feels some pleasant. It is best to try several models.

 

In practice, it depends on the equipment to

A dungaree provides plenty of storage space – back pockets, side pockets, pockets on the bib and the legs are standard. Tools and other job-related things can be carrying easily, the ruler over screwdriver up to the mobile phone.

The knees of pockets are attached, allow to be pushed cushion. This protects the knees when working on the floor. By the way, warming the reflective overalls the kidneys, which can be an important aspect in drafty halls? In general, the pants rugged & durable materials are produced. If they are dirty, they can be easily cleaned in the washing machine. Finally, they come in many shapes, sizes and colors – there’s something for every taste. However, many shops consider it important that their employees the same model wearing – for a unified image to the outside due to customers and visitors, but also to foster a sense of togetherness among colleagues.

Several days testing under practical conditions

 

Four models of the manufacturer Strauss, pioneer workwear and Crow; we have undergone a multi-day workshop test. The pants were worn during normal working. Our testers were four workshop employees of GSS Commercial Vehicles GmbH & Co. KG. Maik Hanselmann, trained vehicle technicians and commissioner for technical sales in the commercial vehicle specialist, summarizes the impressions of four colleagues. The

Pants were provided by the manufacturers. Our test criteria were features, comfort and handling.

 

Good news: All four pants beat well and will get the “thumbs up” logo. That struck us at the individual pants:

Bags offer the pants “esmotion” by Strauss plentiful, both with zippers and Velcro fasteners. On there is an inner and an outer pocket and two pen holders. “But you should remember where you stored that, otherwise you may look for first time,” says Hanselmann. At The Hip him elastics fall on, which increases the wearing comfort. At the knees, a pad can be inserted. The trousers have a hanger, which Hanselmann noted positively. The verdict: “The overalls is neatly cut and processed, the distribution of bags makes sense.” One can work well with the pants and move well in it. Suggested retail price: about 57, 90 Euro (net).

Dungarees “Modern Plus Pro” from Crow

 

Many ways to store things, the model provides “Modern plus Pro” from Crow. The manufacturer speaks of a “multifunctional pocket organization”. Thus, there are side pockets, pen holders on the bib, integrated coin pockets with zip and many other pockets. The back pocket is provided with reflective stripes for better visibility. “I am sometimes puzzling, for which the individual pockets are intended. But since everyone has different needs,” says Hanselmann. There is an adjustable elastic band on the side and the usual knee, which are additionally equipped with reflectors. A hanger has not discovered Hanselmann. When getting used to it looks at the arrangement of the carrier. They run on the back almost parallel. The verdict: “The pants has a proper equipment and can be worn well Also the workmanship is good.”

 

What our testers to the model “Star Line” was first noticed, the two large front pockets. “I did at first, at least perceived as a bit disturbing as unusual,” says Hanselmann. Bags offer the pants in all forms. On Latz there is an additional pocket, back pockets are closable. There is the usual ergonomic on a cushion on his knees. On the right side a hammer loop falls on. The plant has a hanger, which Hanselmann is important. In the hip, the width can be adjusted by means of studs, our testers noted positively. The verdict: “The pants have a good comfort and are well made.” Dungarees “Tools” from pioneer workwear

 

The two-colored dungarees “Tools” from pioneer waits with stretch on the sides, but also in the step. The straps are adjustable elastic. “The pants are nice flexible,” says Hanselmann. Numerous pockets and pen pockets offer enough options to accommodate things. “When the bags are filled, you have to take a little, that remains hanging anywhere,” he says. On his knees there is the possibility, upholstered foisting. The verdict: the comfort and the functionality rated Hanselmann as “good”. The processing was okay. As for the bags, everyone must know himself what he needs.

Motorist without reflective jackets will be hit easily

The “lobby jacket” won. And from April the famous warning reflective jackets will obligatory throughout Italy. The law actually not required under the jacket on all cars (as is the case for the triangle), but stipulates that any emergency operation around the car should be carried out with the famous jacket.
Thus any violation would take effect only if you are caught “in flagrante delicate”. We must say that any measure to reduce the risk of accidents is welcome, even if it favors some powerful industrial lobby.
The point is that the case of fluorescent jackets is a prime example of disregard for their own safety that you would like to increase.
With the decree in fact creates a huge legal vacuum in terms of insurance: if a motorist is hit near his car without wearing a reflective vest, the insurance will not pay. This is the only certainty of the “vests”.
However, no reliable statistics on how many motorists are invested while changing a tire, how many accidents could be avoided with this rule, the indirect benefits to the greater visibility of pedestrians around parked cars.
You only know that from April onwards insurance will have a new excuse not to pay. And the turnover of the companies that manufacture these reflective jackets will increase.
But it is not all: the next step will be to make it compulsory to apply reflective tapes on all trucks. An optional thing throughout Europe, but those we will be required by law. So they will have to sell kilometers adhesive reflector strips to cover all trucks circulating in Italy.
But back to the jacket which, by the way, should cost about 10 Euros. The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has in fact issued a decree with directions to the personal protective equipment for drivers of passenger cars.
The vests with reflective stripes and suspenders must comply with the essential health and safety requirements described in Legislative Decree 4 December 1992, n. 475. And the Manufacturers will be able to present, on request, in addition to the EC declaration of conformity even the certificate of conformity. It must be assessed by the examination for the EC, by which an approved inspection body certifies that a model of personal protective equipment is manufactured in accordance with relevant national standards, transposing the harmonized standards. For high visibility garments harmonized standard reference is UNI EN 471.