Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is equipment worn to minimise exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses. PPE is essential for healthcare workers, construction workers, and other workers who are exposed to potential hazards in the workplace.
We offer a variety of PPE masks and gloves. Our masks and gloves are designed to protect you from a variety of hazards, including:
- Masks: Our masks can protect you from airborne particles, such as dust, pollen, and viruses.
- Gloves: Our gloves can protect you from a variety of hazards, including chemicals, blood and bodily fluids.
When choosing masks and gloves, it is important to consider the type of hazards you are exposed to. It is also important to choose masks and gloves that fit snugly and that are comfortable to wear.
Here are some tips for using masks and gloves:
Masks:
- Wash your hands thoroughly before putting on a mask.
- Place the mask over your nose and mouth and secure it behind your ears or head.
- Make sure that the mask fits snugly and that there are no gaps around the edges.
- Replace the mask if it becomes wet or soiled.
Gloves:
- Wash your hands thoroughly before putting on gloves.
- Put on gloves before you start any task that could expose you to hazards.
- Make sure that the gloves fit snugly and that they are not too tight.
- Take off gloves immediately after you finish a task and wash your hands thoroughly.
Here are some of the benefits of using masks and gloves:
- Protect you from airborne particles: Masks can protect you from airborne particles, such as dust, pollen, and viruses. This is especially important if you work in an environment where you are exposed to these hazards.
- Protect you from chemical fumes and gases: Masks can also protect you from chemical fumes and gases. This is important if you work in an environment where you are exposed to these hazards.
- Protect you from chemicals, and blood and bodily fluids: Gloves can protect you from a variety of hazards, including chemicals, blood and bodily fluids. This is important if you work in an environment where you are exposed to these hazards.
Masks and gloves are an essential part of PPE. They can help to protect you from a variety of hazards in the workplace. If you are exposed to hazards at work, it is important to wear the appropriate masks and gloves to protect yourself.