Industrial laundry refers specifically to the laundering o ftechnical workwear and PPE, using controlled processes that preserve flame-retardant, high-visibility and waterproof properties.

Commercial laundry is a broader term covering any professional laundry service, including hospitality linen and general uniforms. For protective workwear, industrial laundering is the appropriate standard.

Frequency depends on the work environment and the garment's protective classification. In high-contamination sectors such as construction or utilities, weekly laundering is standard. In lower-exposure environments, fortnightly cycles may be sufficient. phs Besafe agrees a collection schedule based on your site's specific requirements. 

Yes. The phs Besafe wash process is calibrated for flame-retardant fabrics to EN ISO 11612 and EN ISO 11611. Specialist detergents and controlled temperatures maintain the FR properties across the full garment lifecycle. Home washing or standard commercial laundering can degrade FR ratings and should not be used for certified FR garment

Every garment is inspected on return from the wash cycle. Minor damage is repaired as part of the managed service, including seam repairs, zip replacement and shortening. If a garment is beyond repair, the phs Besafe team flags it for replacement and can offer a secure and safe disposal service. You can also flag these garments by attaching a pre supplied red tag to it to alert us to destroy it o the next collection.

Yes. phs Besafe provides the industrial laundry service for operations ranging from two employees to tens of thousands. The collection and return schedule is tailored to garment volume and site location, so smaller businesses receive the same managed service as large multi-site operations. 

phs Besafe operates collection routes across the UK, including the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, South East and Scotland. Use the enquiry form to confirm coverage for your specific postcode or site location.