Online safety gear supplier for small employers

Small builders, landscapers, workshops, cafes, farms and offices that need to meet workplace safety requirements.

Mark-up on each product sold, plus higher-margin bundles such as site starter packs or first aid kits restocked on a schedule.

• Comfortable with online shopping platforms
• Good at sourcing and comparing suppliers
• Clear product descriptions and customer service

• Products such as helmets, gloves and respiratory gear usually need to meet Australian or New Zealand Standards, so check supplier certification before selling
• Avoid claiming that a product guarantees compliance, as requirements differ by industry and state, so check with the relevant WHS regulator
• Product liability and public liability insurance, so ask a broker what cover you need
• GST registration once turnover reaches the threshold, and check consumer law rules on refunds and warranties
• Council approval may be needed if you store stock at home, so check with your local council

Estimates typically put startup costs at around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on your website setup and whether you dropship or hold a small amount of fast-selling stock. Dropshipping from wholesalers can keep the initial outlay lower.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $5,000, depending on your product range, pricing and how well you reach small builders, workshops and other employers. Time needed starts at roughly 8 hours a week.

Products such as helmets, gloves and respiratory gear usually need to meet Australian or New Zealand Standards, so check supplier certification. Avoid claiming a product guarantees compliance, and check with the relevant WHS regulator. Also check insurance, GST registration and consumer law rules on refunds and warranties.