(Australia-NewsWire.Com, June 14, 2013 ) Sydney, Australia – Recent studies show that about 200 melanomas and 34,000 non-melanoma skin cancers are caused by occupational exposures in Australia each year.
When compared to indoor employees, outdoor workers have five to ten times more ultraviolet (UV) exposure per year. The incidence of melanoma for all Australians currently sits at 46 in 100,000 population; however, for those who work outdoors, that number jumps to 100 in 100,000 population.
These alarming numbers prompted government officials to implement the new Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act to require employers to provide a safe working environment for all employees who receive large amounts of sun exposure each day, specifically protection from UV radiation.
This protection does not end in the provision of sunscreens. It also involves providing employees with the right uniforms for the job. On a paper named The Formulation of Regulations in respect of Safety Industrial Work-Wear submitted by the Center of Excellence NITRA to the Ministry of Textiles of the Indian Government, it is stressed that all exposed employees should be provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent heat-associated problems. These include clothing like water-cooled bodysuits and vests, UV glasses, protective gloves and footwear, and other nonflammable and heat-reflective equipment.
Technological advances in the PPE industry have led to the development of products that meet performance standards while providing the employees with comfort and style. These advances have allowed more companies to comply with the standards set by their country’s occupational bureau.
One good source of PPE and workwear online is a company named LOD Workwear. Their representative, Mr. Liam O’Donnell, shares that “We are a family owned company that started from humble beginnings as a home based operation. Today we are a leading supplier of workwear, safety equipment, and uniforms. Our success stems from our attitude of wanting give the best service possible, along with a great competitive price.” They feature brands such as Hard Yakka, Bisley, and King Gee workwear online.
“Although we are based in Braeside, Melbourne, many of our client base are interstate in all corners of the country,” O’Donnell says. You can access their web store at http://www.lodworkwear.com.au.
About LOD Workwear:
LOD Workwear is one of the leading Australian suppliers of workwear, safety equipment, and uniforms. It has been in business for more than 10 years and has always taken pride in providing quality products, competitive pricing, and strong customer service.
The company started as a family-owned enterprise and is based in Braeside, Melbourne. Today, they have customers from all over the country who access their products and services online. They serve as a reliable one-stop-shop in the industry where people can choose from a wide selection of workwear, safety, uniforms, and other promotional products. They also provide personalized services such as embroidery and in-house printing to make clients promote their brand in an effective way.