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Protecting Industries.
Empowering People.
Premium safety equipment and industrial solutions for Ethiopia and beyond — trusted by 500+ enterprises across East Africa.
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The Challenge
Workplace Safety Shouldn't Be an Afterthought
Ethiopian enterprises face rising compliance demands, fragmented suppliers, and the real cost of inadequate protection. Safety First closes that gap.
Compliance gaps
Uncertified or mismatched PPE puts projects at risk of audit failures and workplace incidents.
Procurement delays
Fragmented suppliers slow down large orders when your site needs equipment now.
Wrong-fit equipment
Without expert guidance, teams end up with gear that doesn't match the hazard or the standard.
68%
of workplace injuries involve inadequate PPE
ILO estimates
3×
faster procurement with a dedicated safety partner
Industry benchmark
24h
average quote turnaround for enterprise clients
Safety First SLA
Our Products
Certified Equipment, Ready to Deploy
Explore 72+ SKUs across every PPE category — from flagship solutions to full catalog coverage.
Our Range
Complete Safety Solutions
Certified equipment across every category — from head to toe protection
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New Arrivals
Latest Products
Recently added certified safety equipment
Featured
Industry Solutions
Tailored safety packages for your sector
How It Works
From Consultation to Delivery in Three Steps
A streamlined procurement path designed for HSE managers, procurement teams, and project leads.
1
Consult
Tell us your industry, workforce size, and compliance needs. Our safety advisors assess your requirements.
2
Custom Quote
Receive a tailored quotation from 2,000+ certified SKUs — matched to your standards and budget.
3
Deliver & Support
Fast dispatch across Ethiopia with on-site training, technical support, and ongoing compliance guidance.
Proof
Trusted by Leaders. Built on Compliance.
Three decades of measurable impact — serving enterprises, NGOs, and government programs across Ethiopia.
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Clients we serve
32+ organizations trust Safety First
ATB Riva Calzoni S.p.A.
Industrial
TechnoServe
Development
Ardagh Glass Packaging Ethiopia PLC
Manufacturing
Senselet Food Processing PLC
Food & Beverage
Mota-Engil Engineering & Construction
Construction
Holland Dairy PLC
Food & Beverage
URS Federal Service International Inc
Construction
OLA Energy Ethiopia Limited
Energy
Total Engineers Ethiopia
Engineering
National Oil Ethiopia
Energy
Nyala Motors
Automotive
Moenko
Industrial
Kaki PLC
Industrial
Plan International Ethiopia
NGO
Asella Flowers Farm PLC
Agriculture
Les Afrii Ethiopia Food Manufacturing PLC
Food & Beverage
ATB Riva Calzoni S.p.A.
Industrial
TechnoServe
Development
Ardagh Glass Packaging Ethiopia PLC
Manufacturing
Senselet Food Processing PLC
Food & Beverage
Mota-Engil Engineering & Construction
Construction
Holland Dairy PLC
Food & Beverage
URS Federal Service International Inc
Construction
OLA Energy Ethiopia Limited
Energy
Total Engineers Ethiopia
Engineering
National Oil Ethiopia
Energy
Nyala Motors
Automotive
Moenko
Industrial
Kaki PLC
Industrial
Plan International Ethiopia
NGO
Asella Flowers Farm PLC
Agriculture
Les Afrii Ethiopia Food Manufacturing PLC
Food & Beverage
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Yeyihoa Misikiroch
Business
ASB Hotel Properties PLC
Hospitality
Hilton Addis Ababa
Hospitality
Best Western Plus
Hospitality
AGL Logistics Ethiopia SC
Logistics
Cotiva Agri Science Ethiopia PLC
Agriculture
Ba'eka General Business PLC
Business
Ethiopian Construction Workers Corporation
Construction
Norwegian Refugee Council
NGO
Danish Refugee Council
NGO
CBM Ethiopia
NGO
World Vision Ethiopia
NGO
FAO
UN Agency
JTI Ethiopia
Manufacturing
Radisson Blu Hotel
Hospitality
Ramada Addis Ababa
Hospitality
Yeyihoa Misikiroch
Business
ASB Hotel Properties PLC
Hospitality
Hilton Addis Ababa
Hospitality
Best Western Plus
Hospitality
AGL Logistics Ethiopia SC
Logistics
Cotiva Agri Science Ethiopia PLC
Agriculture
Ba'eka General Business PLC
Business
Ethiopian Construction Workers Corporation
Construction
Norwegian Refugee Council
NGO
Danish Refugee Council
NGO
CBM Ethiopia
NGO
World Vision Ethiopia
NGO
FAO
UN Agency
JTI Ethiopia
Manufacturing
Radisson Blu Hotel
Hospitality
Ramada Addis Ababa
Hospitality
Standards & Certifications
ISO 9001
Quality Management
ISO 45001
Occupational Health & Safety
CE Certified
European Conformity
ANSI Compliant
American National Standards
EN Standards
European Norms
Local Compliance
Ethiopian Labour Law
Why Safety First
Your Trusted Safety Partner
Three generations of expertise delivering world-class protection
International Suppliers
Direct partnerships with world-leading safety manufacturers across Europe, Asia, and America.
Certified Products
All products meet international standards including CE, ANSI, ISO, and local compliance requirements.
Expert Consultation
Dedicated safety consultants to assess your needs and recommend optimal solutions.
Fast Delivery
Extensive local inventory with rapid dispatch across Ethiopia and East Africa.
Technical Support
On-site technical assistance and product training for your workforce.
Training Services
Comprehensive safety training programs and certification support.
Project Highlights
Real Projects. Measurable Results.
A snapshot of how leading organizations across Ethiopia rely on Safety First for certified protection.
Infrastructure
Mota-Engil Engineering & Construction
Full-site PPE supply for major infrastructure projects
Helmet, hi-vis, and hand protection programs for active project sites
UN Agency
FAO Ethiopia
Field-ready safety kits for agricultural development programs
Respiratory and eye protection kits for field and warehouse teams
Hospitality
Hilton Addis Ababa
Hospitality-grade fire safety and first-aid compliance
Emergency equipment supply and showroom-supported replenishment
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Human Expertise
Safety First Advisory Team
Dedicated Safety Consultants
Our in-house advisors help procurement teams, HSE managers, and project leads select the right certified equipment — with 30+ years of local expertise.
Our Heritage
Three Generations of Trust
From founder Araga Weldayes to CEO Milion Aragha and COO Yafet Milion — one family, one mission: protecting people.
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Araga Weldayes
Founder
The Foundation
Our grandfather, Araga Weldayes, established Safety First Company in Addis Ababa with a simple mission: protecting Ethiopian workers with quality safety equipment. From a single storefront, he built the trust that still defines our name.
Brands we distribute
World-Class Manufacturing Partners
Direct partnerships with leading safety manufacturers across four continents — delivering certified excellence to East Africa.
3M
3M Safety
North AmericaRespiratory & Hearing
3M
3M SafetyRespiratory & HearingHW
HoneywellIndustrial SafetyMSA
MSA SafetyGas DetectionDR
DrägerMedical & Safety TechPW
PortwestWorkwear & PPEUV
UvexEye & Face ProtectionAN
AnsellHand ProtectionJSP
JSPHead ProtectionDP
DeltaplusSafety FootwearSS
Scott SafetyFall ProtectionBW
BW TechnologiesGas DetectionBS
Bollé SafetyEye Protection3M
3M SafetyRespiratory & HearingHW
HoneywellIndustrial SafetyMSA
MSA SafetyGas DetectionDR
DrägerMedical & Safety TechPW
PortwestWorkwear & PPEUV
UvexEye & Face ProtectionAN
AnsellHand ProtectionJSP
JSPHead ProtectionDP
DeltaplusSafety FootwearSS
Scott SafetyFall ProtectionBW
BW TechnologiesGas DetectionBS
Bollé SafetyEye ProtectionBS
Bollé SafetyEye ProtectionBW
BW TechnologiesGas DetectionSS
Scott SafetyFall ProtectionDP
DeltaplusSafety FootwearJSP
JSPHead ProtectionAN
AnsellHand ProtectionUV
UvexEye & Face ProtectionPW
PortwestWorkwear & PPEDR
DrägerMedical & Safety TechMSA
MSA SafetyGas DetectionHW
HoneywellIndustrial Safety3M
3M SafetyRespiratory & HearingBS
Bollé SafetyEye ProtectionBW
BW TechnologiesGas DetectionSS
Scott SafetyFall ProtectionDP
DeltaplusSafety FootwearJSP
JSPHead ProtectionAN
AnsellHand ProtectionUV
UvexEye & Face ProtectionPW
PortwestWorkwear & PPEDR
DrägerMedical & Safety TechMSA
MSA SafetyGas DetectionHW
HoneywellIndustrial Safety3M
3M SafetyRespiratory & Hearing25+ Global Partners · 4 Continents
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