When Should PPE Be Used In A Workplace?

It’s important to remember that personal protective equipment is a last resort. It should only be used when all other methods to control exposure have been exhausted. As the pandemic showed, PPE only protects the individual, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. PPE equipment should be thoroughly risk-assessed and suitable for the situation. For instance, if there’s a risk of falling objects, a hard hat should be worn.

Who Needs PPE?

Whether you’re on a construction site, an industrial worker or a healthcare professional, you need personal protective equipment. If you or your teams work in potentially hazardous environments, PPE is a legal requirement. As an employer, you need to provide PPE that meets your workers' everyday safety needs.

What Is A PPE Checklist?

Your business needs a PPE checklist to ensure individuals have the correct protective equipment for the job. It should provide guidance on the proper use and maintenance of PPE, ensuring that your equipment is functioning correctly. It’s an important safety tool that should include items such as eye protection, gloves, and respiratory protection. Our range of PPE includes everything you need to ensure teams work safely in any conditions, with PPE that works seamlessly together to provide multiple forms of protection.

What Essential Personal Protective Equipment Do You Need?

The PPE at Work Regulations 2022 outline the personal protective equipment required for legal compliance. The regulations cover PPE such as:

• Head protection: Head protection and ear protection for dangerous environments with high noise levels.

• Eye protection: safety glasses and face coverings to shield against dust, debris and chemical splashes.

• Hand protection: gloves including cut-resistant and chemical-resistant types.

• Foot protection: overshoes, kneepads and safety footwear to protect legs and feet against falling objects and puncture injuries.

• Respiratory protection: respirators and masks to prevent inhalation of hazardous dust or fumes.

• High-visibility protection: High-visibility jackets and vests for workers in low-visibility or high-traffic environments.

• Complete body protection: Disposable clothing, including aprons and overalls, to protect clothing and minimise risk for hazardous tasks.

Additionally, we supply storage and accessories to ensure your PPE equipment is always maintained in optimal condition.

Why Choose Total Janitorial Supplies For Your PPE?

Reliable PPE is paramount. That’s why our commercial-grade products are meticulously selected for safety and peace of mind. We stock an extensive range of personal protective equipment, ensuring we can meet your requirements. As your one-stop shop for health and safety supplies, you’ll be covered for any emergency, and with bulk buys on PPE essentials, you won’t need to sacrifice quality for your budget. Contact us today, and we’ll be happy to discuss your bespoke PPE requirements, whatever your organisation’s needs may be. When you’re ready to place your order, please contact the sales team at sales@totaljanitorialsupplies.co.uk or call 03302219365.