Durable Goods - Safety (PPE)
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is equipment or clothing worn to minimize exposure to chemical hazards in the workplace.
Skin protection
protective gloves and clothing are available, including aprons, full body suits and boots. Gloves and clothing may be manufactured from many different materials such as latex, rubber, Viton™ and Tychem®TK.
Eye/Face protection
Various forms of eye and face protection are available, such as safety glasses, chemical splash goggles, face shields, or combinations thereof.
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection is required when airborne chemicals exceed occupational exposure limits. There are two primary types of respirators:
Air-purifying respirators utilize filters or cartridges to eliminate pollutants. Different filters and cartridges are suitable for various categories of chemicals.
Supplied air respirators deliver clean air for inhalation. They are employed when the air lacks oxygen, is highly contaminated, or its condition is uncertain.