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What is PPE?

Personal protective equipment includes all equipment used to protect the wearer from injury. PPE is always specifically designed for the particular work area and can therefore vary depending on the activity. Most commonly, it is used in areas where injuries can occur from cuts, heavy objects, or toxic substances. PPE is an important component of occupational health and safety and contributes fundamentally to the safety and health of employees.

Instruction and responsibility

All involved employees in a company should be regularly instructed by the responsible person in the use of the products for occupational safety and health. In the best case, instruction on the basics of medical first aid should also be provided on a regular basis. Proper use and instruction of protective clothing promote operational safety in the workplace.

Products for occupational safety

Items for occupational safety in industry are the responsibility of the employer. It is part of his duties to provide functional and tested protective clothing. Regular functional testing in particular is elementary. Users should also be regularly trained in the use of the products. In addition, the selection of protective equipment must comply with the applicable standards and regulations.

Respiratory protection

Hazardous substances can be generated during many industrial work processes. Gases, dust, vapors or other particles can become airborne. If inhaled, this can cause serious damage to health. The correct use of a respirator can protect the worker from these dangers and thus ensure occupational safety. Depending on the type and concentration of the substance, different types of protective masks are used. FFP2 and FFP3 masks are the most common types.

Hearing protection

Regular exposure to noise from loud work processes can cause irreparable damage to hearing. To prevent hearing damage, it is essential to wear hearing protection when exposed to increased noise levels. Earplugs are a simple and inexpensive method of protecting hearing. With the help of a dispenser, they are accessible at all times and offer employees an easy way to protect themselves. Ear muffs, on the other hand, are more protective and comfortable to wear for longer periods of time.

Eye protection

Chemical splashes, flying debris or other particles can cause dangerous eye injuries. To prevent this, eye protection should be worn as an accident prevention measure during hazardous processes. Safety glasses, for example, are an effective way to protect sensitive eyes. For higher-risk operations, the use of protective shields may also be appropriate.

Hard hats

Hard hats should be worn when there is a risk from falling objects, low-hanging elements or collisions. Depending on the design, helmets with visors or luminous strips may provide additional protection.

Safety shoes

Similar to hard hats, work shoes are designed to protect against falling objects. Additionally, they can also protect the feet against tripping hazards or sharp edges. There are different types designed for different hazards. Steel-toed shoes or shoes with a puncture-resistant sole, for example, protect the foot from mechanical injury.

Work gloves

Work gloves are used when working with sharp objects, high temperatures or chemicals. They ensure that the hand and skin are not injured during work. Depending on the work process and material, different gloves are used.

Typical work gloves are:

• Work gloves
• Multi-purpose gloves
• Cold protection gloves
• Mechanical protection gloves
• Cut protection gloves
• Chemical protective gloves
• Cotton gloves

Protective gowns

Protective gowns are also part of the protective equipment and are mainly used when working with hazardous substances and to protect against contamination. Depending on the substance, different materials such as fleece, plastic, leather or cotton can be used.

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