Safety & Tools

Fully accredited, advanced protective wear for heat and flame, electrostatic and chemical risk environments from Snickers

New styles, new designs and Snickers Workwear’s most advanced work trousers yet – with four-way stretch

The government needs to look into tool theft and consider the need for the introduction of tighter regulations around selling second-hand tools, and greater minimum fines for those convicted of tool theft, warns the Federation of Master Builders.

A campaign called noVANber has petitioned the government to examine ways of preventing vehicle theft, by calling for a review of current vehicle theft prevention methods, tighter regulation when it comes to the selling of second-hand tools and greater minimum fines for those convicted of tool theft.

New Winter Jackets and Gilets – insulated and water-resistant.

Direct Line for Business’ new ‘Overnight Tools’ cover enables tradespeople to insure tools left overnight in a vehicle.

Designed to provide customers with a fast turnaround, helping to save money and time, the new service centre aims to return repaired tools within 48 hours.

The new AllroundWork and FLEXIWork shorts are great for working in the warmer months, as they deliver flexibility and comfort, and come in a body-mapping design in a range of new colours including hi-vis options.

As the construction industry starts to return to work, the National Federation of Roofing Contractors has published a Guidance Note relating to the correct use of face masks on-site.

HM Revenue & Customs has announced that the purchase of personal protective equipment will be zero-rated for VAT for three months from May 1 until July 31, 2020.