How to choose your mechanic/body shop technician attire?

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The role of the mechanic / body shop technician: 

To begin with, the body shop technician / mechanic is responsible for performing a diagnosis of the vehicle, in order to become familiar with the repairs to be carried out. As a mechanic, they must ensure the proper functioning of the vehicle, whether at the engine or electrical level. They may also be required to restore the exterior appearance of the vehicle, by performing smoothing, dent removal, leveling, straightening and then reshaping of the bodywork.

The profession of body shop technician and mechanic is very demanding in terms of posture, you can be standing, crouching, or even lying down depending on the part to be repaired or diagnosed. The workplace is often covered with slippery products, such as oil, fuel and others. There are therefore risks of falls and slips. That's why it is essential to be properly equipped with shoes that meet the appropriate standards as well as clothing that will allow you simplified access to your tools while allowing you good freedom of movement.

A multitude of clothing has been designed for the practice of this profession. We find coveralls, work jackets, pants, shoes, etc. You are free to choose the type of clothing in which you will be comfortable. You must take into account your safety as well as your comfort. That's why certain equipment and clothing are essential: 

• The coverall: it is highly recommended to have a coverall with several pockets in order to  be able to store your tools. It has the advantage of being in one piece, which limits friction and allows you to perform your work meticulously and peacefully. We offer you the CHLORE coverall from the LMA brand which is very robust and comfortable to wear. For use as a body shop technician, you must wear a disposable coverall to avoid getting paint on your clothes. It is important to wear one to avoid any chemical contamination. We offer you the SMS BIZTEX disposable coverall from Portwest.

• The jacket and the pants: if you still prefer to wear a jacket and pants, it will therefore be important to choose a solid and comfortable material. We offer you work jackets as well as pants adapted to your body type and your needs. For example, the work pants from U Power has numerous pockets to store your tools while being very suitable for wearing throughout the day.
  
  

• The shoes: As mentioned previously, the workspace can be dangerous. Oil may be present on the ground and make it a slippery surface and consequently risky. Sharp objects may also be on the ground, which is why you absolutely must have safety shoes that meet the EN ISO 20345 standards. They are specially designed to meet these needs. The pair of SAFETYBOY safety shoes from Safety Jogger is perfectly suitable, thanks to its coating against oils and chemical products, its puncture-resistant sole, as well as many other specifications.
  
   

• The accessories are also essential to protect you. It is essential to wear PPE such as :

• The gloves: You must have a pair that meets the EN 420 standards (protective gloves), EN 388:2016 - 3X43D (protection against mechanical risks), EN 407 - X2XXXX (protection against thermal risks). The pair of HR A611 cut-resistant gloves from Portwest is perfectly suited for this profession.

• The safety glasses: Wearing protective glasses is highly recommended when you are required to paint cars to avoid splashes, as well as other risks that could expose your eyes to danger. We have the Pheos CX2 glasses from Uvex which are very robust, they also offer complete protection and meet the protection standards NF EN 166 and NF EN 170.
  
  

• The mask: a protective mask is very important when you are doing painting. The gases generated by the paint gun are very toxic.