Avoid loose clothing if you will be working with machinery. Take advantage of dress codes that allow you to work in casual or light industrial attire. Wearing slacks, dress shirts, or dress shoes in a strenuous work environment, for instance, will limit your ability to perform certain tasks without ruining your clothes. Proper footwear is also a necessity. While dress shoes may look nice in an office setting they might be impractical to wear in a factory or outside because of the upkeep and the fact that they may inhibit your movements and offer little protection.
Many summer jobs require the teen to work with machinery and tools.
They can include equipment such as chainsaws, mowers, and chippers, or potentially dangerous substances like flammable materials or poisons. Office jobs generally use a variety of office machines. It is important to learn how to use the equipment and materials properly. Insist on being given proper instruction if need be. Do not feel intimidated if you have a question about something that may seem obvious.