Past Articles
Helmets and Hi Viz
March 29, 2019
The sun is out, the ice is melting and the birds are chirping We don't want to curse it, but we think it might finally be Spring!! This is a great time to start new goals and try new things Maybe... Read
Women Helping Women
March 6, 2019
We love this video and everything is represents It breaks stereotypes, it encourages independence and education and it shows that one of the best ways to interest women in the trades, is through... Read
Women on the Work Site
March 4, 2019
Although the general working population is becoming more evenly split, the skilled trade’s population is overwhelmingly male Last year it was reported that women only make up about 45%
We want... Read
It’s Your Responsibility
February 28, 2019
We encourage everyone to watch the video linked below! It perfectly shows how we feel at Direct Workwear about Safety on the job site It was created in 2017 by a Boart Longyear, a drilling company,... Read
Don’t Throw it Away
February 26, 2019
When your FR garment no longer meets safety standards, you may be tempted to throw it away in the trash Although this seems harmless, North Americans actually create 12 Million tons of textile waste... Read
Is Your FR Dead?
February 25, 2019
As a workwear retailer, we tend to focus on the shiny, brand new, never worn products that enter our store, but what about the garments that have seen their share of work
It can be hard to decide... Read
Arc Flash vs. Flash Fire
February 22, 2019
You probably already know the basics about arc flashes and flash fires they're dangerous and they're among the most devastating workplace hazards Is there anything else that you need to know
When... Read
Layering Basics
February 21, 2019
At this time of year, knowing how to layer properly is crucial Both in terms of safety and comfort It's important to know how to keep yourself warm while working outdoors, while still following your... Read
ISEA 138
February 20, 2019
ISEA 138 is a new set of safety guidelines that outline standards required on gloves to reduce impact injuries to the hands and fingers Published at the end of last year, this new certification is... Read
Hi Visibility Materials
February 19, 2019
When you hear the term "Hi-viz", there's a pretty good chance that you think of bright neon yellow and silver striping That's the basic that we've come to know, but do you know the differences in... Read
Staying in Touch
February 18, 2019
Today is Family day! Although this holiday is intended to give families a chance to spend time together, we know that many of our customers will be working away
Whether you're gone working for... Read
Custom Embroidery
February 15, 2019
Did you know that Direct Workwear currently has 5 state of the art embroidery machines We love being able to offer this service to our customers right from our own store
We can embroider almost... Read