You might tend to associate Dr. Martens with punk rockers, but the iconic British footwear brand is bucking the trend for women in industry with the launch of its women’s industrial collection. The company is offering female workers a choice of boots, without needing to compromise on safety.
In recent years, more women have decided to embark on careers within typically male dominated industries such as construction, engineering and manufacturing. However, despite being exposed to the same risks, they are rarely supported by the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) available. The choice for women working within hazardous environments has famously been limited, resulting in women wearing safety footwear that has not been specifically designed with them in mind.
A survey commissioned by Trades Union Congress reveals that only 29% of women wear PPE specifically designed for them, whilst a further 57% said their current PPE actually hampered their work. Wearing uncomfortable PPE, such as safety footwear that doesn’t fit, can be hazardous, and prevent women from safely conducting their jobs.
To help encourage and support females in industry, Dr. Martens new Women’s Collection ensures women are actually given a choice of protection, style and colour for their footwear, and no longer have to compromise.
The collection includes:
The Women’s Collection is available in UK sizes 3-9 and can be purchased online.
Write a comment
No comments