PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Personal protective equipment is equipment that protects the user against safety risks at work.

There are different types of PPEs. Common types of personal protective equipment include protective footwear, protective clothing, Protective gloves, respirators as well as ear protection.

These are considerations before purchasing the right PPE.

• Will it offer the required protection?
• What maintenance practice should be undertaken to protect it?
• How do you tell if it requires replacement?
• Is it suitable for your working condition?

Considerations when purchasing Personal Protective Equipment

Below are considerations to ensure that the PPE offers maximum protection as expected.

• Is it comfortable to wear?
• Does it fit properly?
• How should the maintenance of the PPE undertaken?

 Before purchasing a PPE, one should understand the latest regulation changes governing the ever-evolving sector. An employer should make sure that all the employees wear the right workwear at all times to avoid accidental injuries from occurring.

WHY HELMETS ARE IMPORTANT IN THE WORKPLACE

Helmets are personal protective equipment designed so that they can protect an individual’s head from various work hazards such as electric shock, collision impact, falling objects/debris and flying objects.

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They are mostly used by those who work in construction sites, electrical, plumbing, welding, and manufacturing industry.

BENEFITS OF WEARING SAFETY SHOES

Safety footwear/boots/shoes are important for both men and women. Wearing such ensures protection and adherence to regulations by the workers.

So that to ensure that accidents or injuries don’t happen at the workplace, those who work with heavy machinery, dangerous items as well as chemicals should ensure they wear appropriate work shoes/boots.

This footwear is designed to offer protection from electric shock, slip, chemical spills, heavy falling objects as well as heat and cold. This is because they are designed with features such as anti-slip soles, metal guards that protect the toes, and leather upper material that is resistant to chemicals, and water.

Other benefits of footwear include;

• Health of workers

Workers who spend most of their time standing or dealing with heavy or hazardous materials are supposed to make sure that they have right safety footwear to ensure proper support and posture.

Wearing safety footwear does not only protect one from injuries, but it helps in maintaining the health of a worker.

• Avoid lawsuit

Wearing the right safety shoes is not only important to the workers, but for the company owners as well.

Companies that don’t follow the required necessity to ensure that their workers wear the right protection attire can be sued. This cost the company in terms of resources and time.

Wearing the right protective gear helps in protecting workers against disability, dismemberment or any other accident.

• Options available

Safety footwear/shoes/boots/ gumboots are of different kinds, thus making it easier for companies and workers to be able to choose the right one that will be fit. Due to different styles and brands, workers can try the best one that fits their line of duty.

Safety shoes are supposed to support the feet steadily, and should be durable so that they can protect workers’ feet from falling objects, pressure, heat and chemicals.

Safety footwear that fits properly helps withstand accidents and protect workers and company owners at the same time.  No one would like to get hurt, injured or disabled. By choosing the right protective gear and following regulations is important to ensure that everyone is safe at the workplace.

Different types of footwear/safety shoes/ safety work boots

Vaultex safety shoe

Safety boots are covered with genuine leather, which is breathable to provide cool comfort technique.
Has double density PU sole which has broad steel toe & flexible steel plate which is resistant to oil and acid.
Superior ankle cut design, with extra padding that offers ankle support.

Rocklander safety shoe

Has a genuine leather cover.
Has a light weight which offers comfort to employees that spend most of their time on their feet.
Its out-sole material is made of rubber, thus making it an anti-slip shoe.
Its hard sole makes it shock absorbent.
Have a steel toe and plate.

Ultimate plus safety shoe

Unisex boots
Its upper material is made of genuine leather
Has a steel toe and plate.
It has an inner padding lining that protects workers against heat and cold.
It has a dual density sole that is resistant to chemicals and oil

Wurth safety shoe

Unisex shoe
Has its upper and outsole material being water, acid and alkali resistant.
Has steel toe cap
Its outsole is made of rubber which is anti-slip

BENEFITS OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

Despite of an employee using hand as a tool, there is still a variety of industrial sprays, dust, fumes and particulate materials amongst other respiratory hazards at workplace. These hazards can cause serious health problem to the employees, such as illness, or even lead to extremes of fatalities.

Some respiratory hazards such as carbon monoxide can make one unconscious or even kill them within minutes. Other hazards such as asbestos can take years before making one sick which can later lead to lung cancer.

There are methods such as engineering controls, for example good ventilation methods in enclosed area, work practice controls such as using alternative cutting and grinding techniques where only the necessary workers who are performing a  task are in the hazardous areas.

In most cases, a dust mask will prevent these hazards, but depending on the type of work and the hazardous materials, other methods such as a full mask with a visor, welding helmet or respirator may be required.

There are various types, such as NP306 (Double nozzle) and NP305 (Single nozzle)

WORK GLOVES

They are types of personal protective equipment worn during work projects that covers the hands from the wrist to the fingers.  They are meant to protect workers hand from unnecessary wounds, blisters, splinters, skin punctures, heat and chemical burns.

There are various types;

Anti-cut

It is perfect for intricate tasks where dexterity and breathability are essential.
Superb abrasion and tear resistant
Palm dipped to increase dexterity and ventilation
Smooth PU coating for increased abrasion resistance.
100% breathable seamless liner
13 gauge liner for a perfect fit
Certified EN 420

Welder Glove

Made of split leather
Perfectly suited for welding
Protects against exposure to high temperatures and other types of thermal risks
Cotton inner lining
Reinforced cuff
Certified EN 420:2003, EN 388:2016, EN 407:2004.

Leather Glove

Rigger gloves
Ideal for construction, maintenance, industrial and general use
Suitable for mining, cabling and rigging
Helps prevent injuries like abrasions, crushing, cuts and extreme elements and are designed for comfort and fit

Nitrile Glove

Waterproof, grease proof, and oil proof
Chemical resistant
Commonly used in medical industry due to high puncture resistance and dexterous strength

PVC Gloves

Super soft PVC formulation for great comfort and flexibility
Excellent chemical resistance
PVC coating for working in oily conditions
Inner lining is 100% cotton

CONCLUSION

Choosing the right choice of PPE and work wear will make a whole difference as far as effective management of health is concerned. Having satisfied employees in terms of ensured safety leads to an increased productivity, besides this, it ensures that a company is concerned about the welfare of their employees

Safety Hub Enterprises is a mark of quality that ensures that all its products that meets Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

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