What's in the study?
This report shares results from a 2025 employee survey on how workwear is used, washed, and maintained in the food industry, and what this can mean for hygiene and sustainability.
Key numbers from the study
- 73% of food industry employees have taken workwear home for washing
- 64% wash workwear at below 70°C, insufficient to eliminate bacteria
- 33% are not aware of the standards or regulations their site must follow
- 18% believe appropriate workwear influences their productivity
What food businesses in India can learn
In large, multi-shift operations, the challenge is consistency: across teams, lines, and sites.
The report helps you:
- Spot common weak points in day-to-day workwear handling
- Reduce cross-contamination risk linked to home washing and poor maintenance
- Improve compliance with clear routines and responsibilities
- Support sustainability through better care, durability, and reuse
Study note: The survey was conducted in February 2025 across 11 European countries, by Norstat, a leading independent European market research data collector.
Results are useful for identifying common risks and improving workwear practices in any large food production environment.