THE SUPPLY LIFELINE TO LOGISTICS

3PL stands for third-party logistics - an organisation's use of third-party businesses to outsource parts of its distribution, warehousing, and fulfilment services.

Operatives in this industry will often require high visibility clothing, as well as various PPE supplies (such as hand protection for manual handling).

The courier sector is a fast-paced environment where operatives are only given a short 24-hour window to deliver their client's products. As such, safety is paramount.

A key requirement for workwear and PPE in this sector is providing items which are flexible, comfortable and lightweight. Drivers are in and out of cabs multiple times a day and require workwear which doesn’t restrict them or make them overheat easily. Slip-resistant footwear is another key requirement in this sector as tail lifts on trucks can get very slippery in wet conditions  

SMI have great knowledge and experience in this sector, with some of our clients including EVRI, Fedex and UPS.

Retail logistics involves all the functions and processes required to move goods from Point A (the source of supply) to Point B (the end-user). It can be split into two halves: inbound logistics and outbound logistics.

As retail logistics incorporates every aspect of logistics and warehousing, PPE and workwear needs can be varied depending on the role involved. However, common items may include high visibility clothing, safety boots, hand protection, head protection, and safety eyewear.

Aviation-sector operatives carry out a range of tasks to ensure planes are ready to take flight. One of the key aspects of this process is loading and unloading luggage/freight items, often working under pressure to tight timescales, and handling potentially hazardous, heavy, and delicate cargo. Handlers also undertake mechanical and electrical repairs to aircraft. All of these processes involve a degree of risk, requiring strict health and safety protocols.

The demands and risks associated with Ground Handling professions mean that high-quality, durable and compliant PPE and workwear is a critical element of the broader organisational Health and Safety strategy. 

As the UK is an island nation, the ports and shipping sector is one of the most important industries to the economy. However, it can also prove a hazardous work environment. As such, the provision and use of PPE is essential for workers to stay safe.

The ports and shipping sector has some of the broadest requirements for safety supplies, including head protection, hearing protection, face and eye protection, RPS, hand and foot protection, body protection, and also protection against drowning (e.g. lifejackets and buoyancy aids).

The recruitment industry is made up of various agencies and in-house professionals who work to match employees with job vacancies. Recruiters can operate in particular sectors, with notable examples including industrial, medical, or transport recruitment.

Comfortable branded workwear is a common requirement in the recruitment sector to ensure a professional image.