Workwear And Uniforms

Question 1

List the drawbacks of wearing a uniform at work

Answer 1

• Workers could give a bad image for the company if they don’t behave correctly when wearing it
• Some fashion conscious employees may resent having to wear uniform due to the way it looks, making them feel self-conscious
• Some uniforms may be badly designed hindering the performance of employees
• Lack of individuality and personality in clothing
• Some employees hate uniforms so imposing them on the workplace may be unpopular
• buying a range of uniforms for summer/winter could get expensive for employers

Question 2

List the benefits of wearing a uniform to work

Answer 2

• Employers can advertise their business by making employees wear branded clothing
• Creates a unified professional image for the company
• Workers dressed smartly and appropriately
• Safety- could be flame resistant materials or protection form chemicals
• Shows the rank and authority of different workers, commanding respect
• Makes setting a dress code easier for employers
• Stops employees clothes from getting damaged or dirty
• Saves employees time and money as they don’t have to waste time deciding what to wear to work and some get uniforms for free
• Some companies clean uniforms
• Helps employees feel equal as they are all wearing identical items of clothing

Question 3

Name some styles and features of emergency services workwear

Answer 3

• Flexible and lightweight
• Fluorescent fabric and reflective strips (3M)
• Ambulance staff wearing non-wovens as they are easily disposable

Question 4

Name colours used in emergency service workwear and why they are used

Answer 4

Bright yellows, greens and oranges which are recognisable in day/night and in different weather conditions.

Question 5

Name some fibres, fabrics and finishes used in emergency services workwear.

Answer 5

• anti microbial silver fibres
• Flame resistant finishes (proban) not melting and burning skin- Nomex and aramids
• Goretex lined boots wick perspiration away
• Lightweight bullet proof vest - Kevlar
• Microencapsulated medicine in bandages
• Gorix radio conductive yarns for communication and heart rate monitors
• Nanotechnology for chemical protective over garments

Question 6

What wash care properties would emergency services workwear need to have?

Answer 6

• Easycare waterproof fibres
• Tumble dryable and non-absorbent so quick drying
• Durable fabrics withstand frequent washing
• Antimicrobial height temperature wash kills bacteria

Question 7

What sort of properties relating to cost would emergency service workwear have?

Answer 7

• Cheap and easy to replace

- Mass production

Question 8

What sort of logo would a flight attendants uniform have?

Answer 8

• Pin badges

- CAD/CAM embroidered logo

Question 9

What washcare properties would a flight attendants uniform need?

Answer 9

• Dry cleaned suits

- Washed frequently in order to look smart and get rid of food stains

Question 10

What fibres, fabrics and finishes would be used in a flight attendants workwear?

Answer 10

• Teflon stain proof
• Woven polyester, elastane for comfort, polycotton, acrylic and wool
• Non-absorbent so dries quickly due to frequent washing and doesn’t absorb stains

Question 11

What are the different colours and styles/features of flight attendants workwear?

Answer 11

• Colours of the company so they are easily identifiable and stand out
• classic and appropriate not high fashion
• Tabard stops food staining clothes
• Crease resistant so it looks smart
• Thick coats scarves and hats for night flights and cold countries