What Is an Overall?
An overall is a type of garment that features a bib attached to the front of the pants, with the upper part of the bib connected to the back of the pants by two crossed suspenders.
Overalls used in fisheries, aquaculture, and marine sports are made of waterproof materials such as nylon or vinyl to prevent the body and clothing from getting wet due to splashes.
Aside from the upper bib, overalls leave the shoulders and back exposed. Therefore, selecting appropriate upper-body wear based on external temperature and water splash intensity is essential to maintain a comfortable working environment.
Items of clothing with a similar bib and suspender design, such as those made of denim, are also referred to as overalls. However, unlike their waterproof counterparts, these do not provide protection against water.
Uses of Overalls
Waterproof overalls are widely used in the fishing and aquaculture industries. On fishing boats, they protect against getting wet during net retrieval and fish handling. Overalls are utilized in various work environments such as fishing ports, aquaculture processing plants, wholesale fish markets, and retail fish stores, where there is potential for water exposure or clothes soiling during work.
In specific fishing activities like Ayu fishing, where individuals wade into rivers, overalls are essential. They also provide protection against water splashes on boats and ink stains during squid fishing.
In marine sports such as yacht and boat sailing, overalls are commonly worn to guard against splashes, especially during colder seasons.