We know our health workers are at the frontline. Day in, day out. The risks to personal health and safety can be
dangerously high. Our nurses and health care professionals can be exposed to a vast array of transmissible illnesses and infections. As we have seen so dramatically during the Covid Pandemic, the use of the highest quality clothing and protective equipment is essential for all our frontline heroes.
NNT Uniforms, Australia’s leading corporate and healthcare uniform apparel brand, includes the Next Gen Active Scrubs in its new 2021-22 range. The scrubs are made from specifically designed high-quality fabrics, many of which contain anti-microbial properties that inhibit the spread of bacteria and germs. Select garments also include Polygiene, an antibacterial finish that combats a wide range of odour-causing bacteria, this allows the wearer to feel fresher for longer, which can be very important in highly active roles. This factor also assists with the longevity of the garment; thus, a Polygiene-treated product can significantly reduce the environmental impact, in comparison to garments that aren’t treated; this is an important consideration because health workers’ uniforms are prone to heavy use, which incorporate long shifts then daily washing and ironing cycles.
“When we consider the environment our health workers work in, more so than ever, scrubs need to support, not hinder their performance. NNT’s Next-Gen Active Scrubs are the core uniform for frontline workers, designed based on feedback from real frontline workers, these yogainspired scrubs are jam-packed with features including stretch for comfort and movement, cotton blend for breathability, loads of pockets to keep their tools safe and our newest fabric innovation,” says Elizabeth Cirocco, NNT Product and Brand Manager, Workwear Group.
The use of high performing scrubs is integral to looking after our health workers. From hospitals to laboratories, the use of scrubs gives each worker a greater sense of security and confidence.
“Our team wanted to create a new range of scrubs that offered a more durable fabric alongside our wider range of scrubs. Using Polygiene technology NNT’s vital range of scrubs have been treated to inhibit the growth of odour-causing bacteria in the fabric, meaning frontline workers will stay calm (and fresh) under pressure.”
Created by an in-house design team that has used information obtained from extensive trials and feedback, the NNT Next Gen Active Scrubs have anti-bacterial and anti-microbial features, as well as new and improved fabric with increased durability and colourfastness. Specific design features include an abundance of pockets; every healthcare worker knows the need for space and access during the long workdays of being on the move. Importantly, the position of every pocket has been extensively wearer-tested. A feature of NNT is the fact that they listen to, and seek advice from those at the healthcare frontline, to ensure we keep pace with workplace changes and the demands of the workers.
“NNT has included wearer trials with their consumers since we launched in 1962 – this allows us to stay close to the customer and gain valuable insights on their needs. Our wearer trials provide robust data to test how the product performs in the environment it is designed for, allowing our design, product and development team to hear feedback directly from the wearer on their needs and expectations.”
The Next Gen Active Scrub Range is playing a lead role in supporting our frontline health workers. We help:
• Create a sterile healthcare environment
• Protect health professionals
• Easy identification of health professionals
• Provide modern apparel that is practical, comfortable, flexible, and easy to wash.
• Furthermore, the clothing is budget-friendly.
At this precarious time in world history, we are proud of the role we are playing in supporting those on the frontline. We need you. And we will forever thank you.