Oh, we all have our tricks - each area has its' own challenges.
BigB, you brought up a few interesting contradictions in the sacred quest for 'safety.'
A loose cotton shirt? A damp rag? No way.
The damp rag isn't nearly the help in 76% humidity it may be in 15%. Nor is it very effective when confined by a hard hat. Thank heaven they have vented hard hats - though it's an uphill battle getting them allowed, as they lack the 'electrical' rating.
Clothing has to be 'fire resistant.' All tails tucked in (might get caught on something). Then it's held tight to you by that 20# harness / lanyard combo. Oh, and don't forget the required reflective (and non-absorbent) vest.
Using 'tinted' safety glasses is also a matter of contention for many safety directors - regardless of the specific conditions. They must believe we're not smart enough to know when to take the sunglasses off! Tell these clowns about going 'snowblind' from the glare, and their response is 'you're tied off- so what if you step off the edge?'
Some days, I think the locks on office doors need to be turned around.
