Uniform and equipment requirements?

To ensure a smooth start to your Carpentry & Joinery programme, we have arranged for you to view and purchase the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for practical lessons.

PPE Kits

PPE is a mandatory requirement for all Carpentry & Joinery students. The required kit depends on your level:

Level 1 – £35

Your PPE kit includes:

  • Bury College long-sleeved top
  • Work pants
  • Gloves
  • Safety glasses

Level 2 – £39

Your PPE kit includes:

  • Bury College embroidered hi-vis
  • Bury College embroidered long-sleeved top
  • Work pants
  • Gloves
  • Safety glasses

Steel Toe Cap Boots

Steel toe cap boots are a mandatory requirement for Carpentry & Joinery courses.

You must purchase your own safety boots independently.

Other Equipment

You will also need to bring:

  • A4 lined project notebook with dividers
  • Pens
  • Pencils
  • Pencil sharpener
  • Ruler
  • Eraser

Stationery should be purchased independently.

Lockers

Lockers are available to hire for a refundable £10 deposit. The deposit will be returned when the locker key is handed back.

 

How to purchase – Uniform & Equipment

Please visit the Construction Uniform section of the Bury College Online Store to view and purchase the required uniform and PPE.

Construction Uniform | Bury College Online Store

 

Financial Support

The college can provide financial assistance for purchasing uniform and/or equipment resources through the Financial Support Schemes (i.e. bursary) – Details of which will be provided and discussed at enrolment. Any further information required regarding financial support available can be found on our Student Support page. The student services team will also be available during enrolment.

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