Clothes Minded: Proper attire means safety and success. (Business Resources).(Brief Article)

Arbor Age, December, 2001 by Peterson, P.D.

AS AN ARBORIST, THERE ARE SEVERAL types of equipment you use to go about your work -- a high-revving chainsaw, an extra-sharp pair of hand pruners, perhaps a really cool truck and, of course, clothing.

Clothing is an arborist's most important tool. Although your favorite hardware store doesn't stock clothes in the tool aisle, clothing is a tool that it is difficult to do your job. without You use your clothes more than any other tool -- you spend at least eight to ten hours a day in them.

The type of clothes you wear can affect performance as well as safety. While most make do with blue jeans and a comfortable shirt, there are other, better ways to dress for success. When most think of arborist clothing, they immediately think of footwear. However,...