Hearing protection is an essential part of preventing hearing loss. There are four basic types of hearing protection: earplugs, muffs, inserts, and plugs. Earplugs fit inside your ear canal to block sound waves from entering the innermost parts of your ear. The best type of material for this purpose is silicone or foam because they […]
Many people wonder if Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required by law, and the answer is yes. It’s important to note that not all PPE is mandatory in every situation – it varies depending on the workplace and job requirements. For example, some employees need eye protection while others do not. In this blog post, […]
PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment, and many people have heard of it. However, not everyone knows precisely what PPE is used for or the limitations of PPE.In this blog post, we will break down what personal protective equipment is and who should wear it to protect themselves from workplace hazards. We will also discuss […]
Level 4 hazardous materials are chemicals that the EPA considers to be “extremely hazardous.” These chemicals have a low but non-zero risk of causing death or permanent injury from just one exposure. It is essential to keep these substances away from children and people who may not know what they are dealing with. This blog […]
What type of PPE protects your legs? Layers of clothing can leave your legs exposed to harmful chemicals and other hazards. This blog post will discuss the different types of leg protection to know which one is best for you. There are many options when it comes to PPE for your lower body. Each has […]
The different levels of protection that a person can wear to protect themselves from chemical, biological, and radiological hazards are called Personal Protective Equipment or PPE. Different materials can be used for various purposes: some offer better protection against physical hazards while others protect us against chemical threats or biological agents like radioactive dust, bacteria, […]
Safety gloves are a necessity for many industries, but how do you know which ones to use? There are two main types of safety gloves. The first type is an unlined glove that has been treated with chemicals to resist the absorption of hazardous substances. The second type is lined with cotton or other absorbent […]
OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA requires employers to provide hearing protection for workers exposed to noise levels above 85 decibels, A-weighted, for eight hours. The workplace should be free from hazardous noise levels that could lead to a worker’s hearing loss or impairment. This blog post discusses OSHA requirements for hearing […]
Body protection PPE is an essential part of any workplace safety plan. When you’re working in a hazardous environment, certain precautions will need to be taken to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you. One way to do this is by using body protection PPE such as gloves, masks, goggles, or other […]
Some people believe that mechanic gloves are made from rubber or plastic because these materials are so often used in other types of work gloves. However, this is not the case! The fact is, rubber and plastic are too stretchy for the type of work that mechanics do. Therefore, they require materials that ensure the […]