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Pro Choice V6 Full Brim Hard Hat (Ratchet)
Best for: Sun protection on site
A vented full-brim hard hat with a ratchet harness.
Pros
- Full brim gives shade
- Ratchet harness is easy to adjust
- Low price
Cons
- Vented hats aren't for electrical work
- Check your site's rules on brim style
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Milwaukee High Performance Clear Safety Glasses
Best for: Everyday eye protection
Clear safety glasses from Milwaukee's high performance range.
Pros
- Clear lens for indoor and outdoor work
- Low price
- Wrap-around style
Cons
- Clear lens means no sun protection
- Can fog in humid weather
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SafeStyle Fusion Polarised Safety Glasses (FMBP100)
Best for: Outdoor tradies who want sunnies that are also safety glasses
Polarised UV400 safety glasses from Aussie brand SafeStyle.
Pros
- Polarised lenses cut glare
- UV400 lens
- Look like normal sunnies
Cons
- Too dark for indoor work
- Dearer than basic glasses
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Maxisafe Class 5 Bluetooth Earmuff (HRE661-BT)
Best for: Noisy sites, with music or calls
Class 5 earmuffs with Bluetooth for music and calls.
Pros
- Class 5 hearing protection
- Bluetooth for calls and music
- Take calls without removing the muffs
Cons
- Need charging
- Heavier than basic muffs
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Pro Choice Riggamate Cut Resistant Glove
Best for: Handling sheet metal, glass and sharp material
A rigger-style glove with cut resistance.
Pros
- Cut-resistant
- Rigger style
- Cheap to replace
Cons
- Less dexterity than thin gloves
- Check the cut rating against your job
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JB's Wear 6DNSV Day/Night Hi-Vis Vest
Best for: Quick hi-vis for any site
A taped day/night hi-vis safety vest.
Pros
- Day and night (taped) visibility
- Very low price
- Throw over any shirt
Cons
- Basic fabric
- A vest may not meet every site's rules
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Milwaukee 10-1000V Dual Range Voltage Detector
Best for: Electricians and anyone near live wiring
A non-contact voltage detector with dual range.
Pros
- Non-contact voltage check
- Dual range
- Pocket size
Cons
- Not a replacement for a proper tester
- Requires batteries
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Elevate e-ZED Active Bluetooth Earmuffs
Best for: Hearing protection with phone calls
Active earmuffs with Bluetooth from Elevate.
Pros
- Bluetooth for calls and music
- Active design
- Mid price
Cons
- Need charging
- Check the class rating for your noise level