All ARC/Fire Rated Workwear

At The Coalface Workwear and Safety stocks specialist protective clothing from brands including Bisley, KingGee, Hard Yakka, Bool and FlameBuster, alongside selected Syzmik garments.

The range includes shirts, trousers, coveralls and outerwear with different protection levels and design features. Selection should follow the workplace risk assessment, required certifications and the individual garment’s documented performance.

Arc-Flash Protection & Flame Resistance

Arc-rated clothing is tested for protection against the thermal effects of an electrical arc. Flame-resistant clothing is designed to resist ignition and limit continued burning under specified test conditions.

The terms are related but do not establish identical protection. Flame resistance alone does not confirm an arc rating. Likewise, an arc rating does not establish suitability for every flash-fire, molten-metal or welding exposure.

Check the exact garment’s labels, certifications and manufacturer’s specifications for the hazards involved.

Protective Shirts, Pants & Coveralls

Explore arc and fire-rated shirts for specialist upper-body clothing, including selected reflective and two-tone styles.

Coordinate shirts with arc and fire-rated pants, or compare protective coveralls for one-piece coverage.

Selected designs include covered fastenings, gusseted cuffs, protective collars, cargo pockets, radio loops and flame-resistant reflective tape. Features vary by model and should be assessed alongside fit and required coverage.

Garment Ratings & Workplace Requirements

Selected products display an arc rating in cal/cm² and may carry a PPE category designation. These describe specific tested performance and should be interpreted against the employer’s protective clothing requirements.

A category label alone does not establish suitability for every task. Clothing, head protection, face protection and hand protection must be considered as part of the required protective system.

Where garments are layered, use documented performance for the approved combination. Individual arc ratings should not simply be added together.

Fabrics, Movement & Working Conditions

Selected garments use lightweight flame-resistant blends, ripstop construction, moisture-management features or anti-static fibres. These provide different combinations of protection, durability and comfort.

Fabric weight should be considered alongside the required rating, work intensity and environmental conditions. A lighter garment should not be chosen at the expense of necessary protection.

Some models combine flame-resistant fabrics with visibility features. Bright colours or reflective tape alone do not establish flame resistance or arc protection.

Clothing for Electrical, Utilities & Industrial Roles

This range provides options for electricians, utility crews, electrical maintenance technicians and workers in energy, mining, oil and gas environments where assessed hazards require specialist clothing.

Engineering, manufacturing and maintenance teams may also require protective garments for particular tasks. Welding, molten-metal exposure and other thermal hazards require their own suitability checks rather than relying on an arc rating alone.

Explore the wider PPE collection and safety gloves for related equipment, checking each item’s protection independently.

Men’s & Women’s Protective Workwear

Selected ranges include men’s and women’s garments, allowing workplace teams to compare appropriate cuts while maintaining the required protection.

Fit should allow movement without compromising coverage at the wrists, neck or waist. Available colours, sizes and coordinating styles vary by model.

Business Orders, Branding & Garment Care

Businesses can contact the team with required ratings, preferred garments, staff sizes, quantities and delivery needs.

Custom branding on protective clothing requires assessment of the garment, materials and placement. Ordinary embroidery or printing should not be assumed to preserve the garment’s certified performance. Visit the branding enquiry page to discuss the requirements before production.

Follow the manufacturer’s laundering and inspection instructions. Damaged or contaminated garments should be assessed according to workplace procedures.

Available online and in store at our Chatswood location, with some specialist styles available by order. Contact the team to discuss availability.