Construction Safety Gear

noun a fastening device, typically made of metal or plastic, used to secure two loose ends by snapping or sliding together

verb to fasten with a buckle

• Please remember to securely fasten your seatbelt buckle before takeoff.
• Make sure you buckle up before we hit the road.
• I can't believe you forgot to buckle your pants, dude.
• She felt the weight of responsibility buckle under the pressure.

verb to supply or provide with necessary items or equipment

adjective having the necessary items or equipment for a particular purpose

• The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for conducting scientific research.
• The kitchen is equipped with all the tools you need to cook a delicious meal.
• My car is equipped with some sick rims and a killer sound system.
• She is equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in her career.

noun a hard or padded protective hat, various types of which are worn by soldiers, police officers, firefighters, motorcyclists, athletes, and others to protect the head from injury.

• The construction worker always wears a helmet for safety on the job site.
• Hey, don't forget to grab your helmet before we go biking!
• I feel like a total dork wearing this helmet, but safety first, right?
• She put on her emotional helmet before diving into the difficult conversation.

noun a movable part of a helmet that can be lowered to cover the face

• The astronaut lowered her visor before stepping out into space.
• I always wear a visor when I go golfing to keep the sun out of my eyes.
• Check out my new visor - it's so retro!
• She wore a metaphorical visor to shield herself from criticism.

adjective describing something that is resistant to or protected from wind

• The windproof jacket kept me warm during the cold winter days.
• I love this windproof hoodie, it's so cozy!
• This windproof gear is a game-changer for outdoor activities.
• Her determination was like a windproof shield against all obstacles.

noun a protective covering worn over the knees to provide padding and support

• The construction workers wore knee pads to protect their knees while working.
• I always wear knee pads when I go skateboarding to avoid getting hurt.
• I need to grab my knee pads before we hit the skate park.
• She felt like she needed emotional knee pads to protect herself from getting hurt again.