PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Reliable protection of the various parts of the body is only possible when suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn, which, in addition to being of good quality, must be fitted and maintained correctly. Personal protective equipment is a mandatory part of the clothing when the profession is related to the performance of construction and repair activities, handling of heavy machinery, contact with chemical environment, etc.

Modern personal protective equipment is divided by types and purpose, according to the way they are worn - permanently, periodically or only in emergency and emergency situations. Their task is to protect the worker from accidents without hindering his movements and preventing the correct performance of professional tasks.

Types of Personal Protective Equipment:

For face and eyes - oxygen goggles, protective shields, welding masks, auto darkening mask, mouth shield, visors, safety glasses, etc.;

Personal protective equipment for the head - protective helmets, helmets, shock-proof hats, hoods, headlamps, etc. They are used by elevator technicians, engineers and construction workers;

Hearing protectors - internal and external antiphons, disposable plugs;

Respiratory protection - respirators, full-face and half-face masks, etc. This type of PPE is very important for professions such as woodworking, metalworking, mining and the chemical industry, as it is directly related to the protection of the health and even the life of the worker;

Dielectric PPE - helmets, gloves, boots and rugs;

Disposable products - suitable for medical workers, but also for other activities. These are the overalls, disposable coveralls, rubber gloves, bonnets, hygiene kits, mittens, etc.

Each type of personal protective equipment finds its narrow application. An important rule when choosing such work accessories is to pay attention to the quality, manufacturer, markings and all those small details that are directly related to their functionality and reliability.