An essential bit of kit for anyone on a construction site, whatever their age or however long they’ve been there is some Safety Footwear. Whether that be Composite Toe Capped Boots, Steel Toe Capped Shoes, Trainers or even some Safety Wellingtons for those really wet days.

If you are unsure what the difference is between the above variations you can check out our Safety Footwear Guide that clearly deciphers what all the confusing codes and different materials found in different work footwear and what would be best for you.

We have a wide selection to choose from and you can find direct links to the suggested product categories below, further below that you can find some WorkStuff UK recommended products that would be absolutely ideal for an apprentice or just for someone getting started in the construction industry!

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Just like the name suggests, this Work Boot is ideal for the apprentice. For the last ten years this has been the most popular Work Boot on the market and it is still heavily recommended today, when you have a closer look at its features you start to understand why; with a Steel Toe Cap you’ll have superior protection from falling objects, the Apprentice Boot has a heat and chemical resistant and oil repellent sole to give you the utmost slip and corrosion protection. Not only that but it’s also Water Resistant so even on the wettest days you’ll stay warm and dry!
We’ve included a Rigger Boot as some people prefer a rigger boot style to a standard Chukka or Work Boot, they offer more protection of the shin and leg because of their larger height and can be found fleece or fur lined to offer more warmth on them cold winter days. This particular boot is from Portwest Steelite and has S1P Protection (if you’re unsure what the protection ratings mean you can check out our Safety Footwear Guide). The FW13 has fur lining which will keep your lower legs and feet very cosy on a cold construction site, it also has a energy absorbing seat region which will make working 9-10 hours a day a breeze.
If you are doing a lot of walking around throughout your working day, you may want something a bit more comfortable. Trainers and Shoes can also be the perfect choice if you want an understated look whilst still retaining style. This particular Safety Trainer contains all the necessary features of a work boot: Steel Toe Caps to protect from heavy falling objects, Steel Midsole for protection from sharp objects penetrating the sole of the foot and SRA Slip Rating to prevent injuries from slips and falls. It also features extreme comforts such as breathable side panels for regular ventilation and padded collar and tongues for comfort whilst standing and walking. This is Work Stuff UKs recommended pick for new starters and apprentices!
It is now site regulation that you must wear High Visibility when on a construction site of any kind. You can get many different garments such as Hi-Vis Vests, Hi-Vis Jackets and Coats, Hi-Vis Trousers, Hi-Vis T-Shirts and plenty more. As long as it conforms to health and safety regulations then you can choose from whichever style you prefer. The standard colours are Orange or Yellow but you can find a abundance of colours on the market, make sure you clarify with your superior as some construction sites only allow Yellow or Orange colours.

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Uneek Hi-Vis Sleeveless Vest
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Hi-Vis Sleeveless Vest UC801 ( Uneek )

Original price was: £2.50.Current price is: £2.24. inc VAT

in-storeORANGE Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL; YELLOW Sizes: S, L, XL, 2XL, 4XL

This is our best selling High Visibility Vest, it comes in standard colours of Yellow and Orange. It has Velcro Fastening to ensure a tight and secure fit, it has a regulated four high visibility strips with two across the middle and one over each shoulder and it is made from 100% Polyester to ensure long lasting durability and quality. These vests are the most common garment found on a construction site mainly due to their ease of use as you can just slip them on and off and because they are lightweight and will not make you sweat whilst working.
This is WorkStuff UK’s Best Selling Hi-Vis T-Shirt! By using cotton comfort fabric which is lightweight and breathable it combines comfort and reliability. It has moisture wicking fabric to help keep your body warm, cool and most importantly dry. Just like the Vest and Jacket it uses reflective tape to remain within safety regulations. Just like the Vest and Jacket it comes in the most popular colour options of Yellow and Orange.
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Workwear - Hi-Vis Safety Bomber Jacket
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Hi-Vis Bomber Jacket UC804 (Uneek)

Original price was: £23.45.Current price is: £21.11. inc VAT

in-storeYELLOW Sizes: S, XL, 2XL; ORANGE Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL;

This our Uneek Hi Vis Jacket, you can have the choice of a Bomber or Coat style, whichever you prefer they both conform to the same regulations. This Bomber Jacket has a ton of nifty features including one inner pocket and two outer pockets and a phone pocket. It is padded and lined to keep you warm and not sweaty on them cold days and even has waterproof seams. This is the ideal winter jacket for new starters and apprentices starting out in the construction industry. 

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Work Trousers are a fundamental element of your work uniform, we have selected a few products below which we think will be perfect for a new starter or apprentice in construction. Most sites will expect you to have either Navy or Black work trousers as standard and won’t accept any other colours so your best bet would be to stick with them. You may also want to consider Knee Pads, if your bending down a lot through the day a pair of knee pads will be a godsend for you.

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The Uneek UC906 Work Trousers are our best-selling work trouser, when you have a deeper look into all the features of them you understand why, with knee pad pockets you can facilitate any compatible knee pads, they are triple stitched in appropriate areas such as knees and crotch areas, they have a three slot tool holder and four secure pockets to keep all your bits close and handy. They come in a various amount of colours but as previously stated a lot of construction sites will only accept Black or Navy for formality reasons so you might be best to stick with them unless you know otherwise.
Snickers Workwear finally goes street smart with these stylish slim fit work trousers! They’re one of the first to bridge this market and it has been paying off massively for them, no more do you have to worry about baggy unfitting work trousers! It also has Stretch Cordura and the knee’s to provide comfort, flexibility and durability, not only that but they offer superior knee protection with KneeGuard Pro material. The features include Knife Fasteners, Ruler Pocket, Tool Holder, Classic Cargo Pockets, Key Holder and ID Badge Holder.
The Apache Workwear APKHT Work Trouser is a fan favourite at WorkStuff UK! It has an abundance of handy features such as a low rise waist and comfort leg fitment, top loading Cordura® knee pad pockets, tuck away holster pockets with Cordura®, phone, pen and large utility pocket, two large bellow pockets, triple stitching and Cordura® hems to reduce wear. They are a perfect choice due to their fair price and high quality for a new starter or apprentice starting out in construction!

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A hard hat is a key element to your workwear, just like High Visibility garments, nowadays it’s readily enforced that you must wear some sort of head protection especially when working around potentially hazardous heights or around the risk of something falling from height. We stock a extensive range of head protective equipment ranging from Bump Caps all the way to Hard Hats.

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The Portwest PW69 Vent Bump Cap is a top seller for us here at WorkStuff UK, as an alternative to your standard hard hats these are a simplified version essentially. Although they are not always fully accepted on a construction site because as expected they are not as protective as a fully fledged hard hat they offer other handy features such as reflective strips along the sides, durable high density EVA and an inner ABS shell and soft padding, as well as offering a sporty and stylish alternative to the bulky hard hat. They come in a range of awesome colour variations to match with any outfit!
The PV50 Peak View Hard Hat Helmet is one of best selling hard hats! With it’s super stylish transparent shell you’ll really stand out amongst the crowd with this hard hat, this nifty material also allows you to look upwards without tilting your head! Once you get your hands on one of these beauties you’ll notice how lightweight they are, don’t be fooled though this material is super durable and tough! With a vented shell to aid in extreme air flow to keep you cool as well as a soft foam to aid in banding the sweat.
The Portwest PW50 Endurance Helmet is another top seller from our Head Protection range! It is your standard safety hard hat that you will find on any construction site and is readily available and used! It has a tonne of handy features to make your PPE that much better such as Electrical Insulation up to 1000Vac, Lateral Deformation to aid in comfort and air flow and a soft foam sweat band to keep you cool and dry! It is available in a excellent choice of corporate and stylish colours!