Helly Hansen make workwear that comes under the definition of personal protective equipment (PPE), and so it is manufactured and marked in accordance with CE marking regulations (EN standards). Their working clothes are intended to protect against accidents or injuries when working under conditions involving cold, heat, flame, rain and reduced visibility.
The regulations are directed from the EU; these directives classify PPE into three categories:
- Category 1 covers the lowest level of PPE. The user is assumed to assess the needs for protection himself, and there is a limited risk of severe consequences of not using appropriate clothing. The products under this category are self declared by the marketer to comply with the standards. HH products under this category are waterproof clothing (EN 343) and clothing protecting against cold (EN 342).
- Category 2 covers products intended to be used in environments with risk for severe, but not fatal consequences (not category 1 nor 3). The products must be tested and certified by a notified body. Products under this category are flame retardant clothing (EN 531/533, clothing for high visibility (EN 471) and lifejackets (EN 395, 396 and 399) and buoyancy aids (EN 393).
- Category 3 covers products and environments where the user can be exposed to mortal danger or to dangers that may seriously and irreversibly harm health.
The CE mark is visible proof that the product complies with performance standards set out in the directive, for a product of such nature. It does not an assurance that the product will prevent risk of accidents or severe injuries when the user is exposed to such risks in a working environment.
Legislation relating to PPE (Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at Work Regulations 1992) can be found at the Health & Safety Executive website.
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WE KNOW THAT CRAFTSMEN NEED FUNCTIONAL AND DURABLE CLOTHES. WHEN YOU ARE WORKING, FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT AND COMFORT ARE IMPORTANT. HELLY HANSEN WORKWEAR HAS DEVELOPED A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF CLOTHING DESIGNED TO MAKE THE WORKING DAY EASIER, SAFER AND MORE COMFORTABLE FOR CRAFTSMEN
Traditional Garments
The collection consists of garments like jackets, trousers, vests, shorts and shirts based on different combinations of polyester and cotton. Polyester provides superior durability, while cotton ensures a high level of comfort. We combine the two materials so that our customers can benefit from both advantages.
Traditional working clothes are made of a twill fabric which far exceeds industrial standards of durability and wear resistance. This has prompted our designers to develop a broad range of functional and comfortable twill garments that also allow optimal freedom of movement. The garments are designed to make the working day as simple and practical as possible. They incorporate the Helly Hansen Workwear Tradesman Pocket System, with solid, moveable pockets with loops - a feature unique to Helly Hansen.
Innovative click.on
Besides the traditional polyester/cotton garments, we have a separate range with an interactive module system. click.on is based on the growing need to use technological equipment such as mobile phones and handheld PCs at work. Different types of pockets and fasteners can easily be clicked onto the most appropriate places on the workwear. This system provides increased flexibility and access to important electronic tools such as instruments and communication devices, as well as traditional tools. As the pockets can be fastened anywhere, you can tailor your working clothes to suit your own needs. This collection is a result of technology playing an increasing role in our everyday lives. click.on is made from high tech fabrics such as Cordura and Thinsulate, which look good and are lightweight, wear resistant and durable. click.on combines the best of two worlds.
Tradesmen Ashford [Polycotton]
Tradesmen / Carpenters
