face-masks
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Understanding Common Health & Safety Symbols and Their Meanings
In this article you will learn: Different types of ppe signage and symbols; Why safety symbols were developed; What safety symbols are; PPE symbols and their meanings; The different colours of safety symbols; How to know what PPE to wear in specific workplaces. Page Contents Why Were PPE Symbols Developed Safety symbol colours and their […]
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Workplace Personal Protective Equipment - Your Ultimate Guide
Personal Protective Equipment generally goes by the acronym: PPE. It is the equipment that protects its users from health or safety risks. Most specifically, risks you would find in the workplace. The Ultimate Guide to PPE includes an explanation of all relevant PPE regulations, best practice advice for health and safety officers or those charged […]
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Why is PPE Important in the Workplace?
We should never ignore the importance of PPE in the workplace. To understand how important it is, we need to understand what it is. The definition of personal protective equipment (AKA: PPE) is any items of safety equipment that protects the wearer against potential occupational health and safety risks. It is legally required for most […]
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KN95 Face Masks: Health & Safety Executive issues warning against sub-standard face-masks flooding the UK market
“A substantial number of face masks, claiming to be of KN95 standards, provide an inadequate level of protection and are likely to be poor quality products accompanied by fake or fraudulent paperwork.” Health & Safety Executive – UK The HSE safety alert is here: Use of face masks designated KN95. KN95 is a performance rating under […]
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What PPE Equipment Do You Really Need?
The answer is simple. You need personal protective equipment that will help keep your workers safe from harm in the workplace. Even after putting all the relevant safety measures in place, it is vital you ensure all of your staff wear the correct PPE on site all of the time there is risk. Not only […]
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What are the Types of Protective Eyewear Sites Should Consider?
Personal protective equipment is essential for anyone working in hazardous conditions. Therefore, employers need to protect employees from harm. Likewise, other safety measures should be introduced first to protect your employees and PPE used as a last resort. Eye safety is paramount for those who work with glass, debris, chemicals, or mechanical parts that could […]