PPE Suit
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) refers to safety gear that workers wear as the last line of defense. This includes clothing, helmets, goggles, masks, gloves, and other wearables designed to keep the wearer safe while working or in hazardous areas. PPE protects against physical injuries, heat, chemicals, bacteria, and airborne particles that could cause harm in risky environments.
PPE Body Protection Suits
These suits are used to protect various parts of the body when working in areas with chemical exposure. The suits are classified by the National Environmental Management Agency of the United States into levels A, B, C, and D based on the severity of chemical exposure.
Key Features
- Certified Protection: Meets European CE standards under the PPE Directive (89/686/EEC), Category III.
- Material: Made from non-woven polypropylene fibers coated with polyethylene, which are low-lint and anti-static on both sides.
- Elasticity: Features elastic wrists, waist, and ankles for a snug fit and flexible movement.
- Hood Design: Three-piece hood construction ensures a good fit, compatible with various types of PPE.
- Two-Way Zipper: Front zipper with a tape-sealed cover, can be zipped up or down for convenience.
- Reinforced Crotch: Designed for added durability.
- Non-Silicone and Non-Latex: Free from silicone and natural rubber latex.
Standards and Certifications
- CE Approved: Compliant with the PPE Directive (89/686/EEC).
- Category III: High-level protection for severe risks.
- Liquid Protection Type 6: Protects against liquid chemical splashes (EN 13034:2005 + A1:2009).
- Dust Protection Type 5: Protects against airborne solid particles (EN ISO 13982-1:2004).
- Anti-Static: Anti-static coating on both sides (EN 1149-1:2006).
- Nuclear Protection Class 1: Protects against radioactive particles (EN 1073-2:2002, does not protect against radiation).
- Biohazard Protection: Protects against infectious agents (EN 14126:2003).
Applications
- Full Body Coverage: Protects from hazardous dust and liquid chemical splashes.
- Asbestos Inspection: Suitable for asbestos inspection work.
- Coal Dust Handling: Ideal for handling coal dust in power plants.
- Metal Grinding: Used in metal grinding work.
- Building Cleaning: Suitable for building cleaning tasks.
- Machinery and Vehicle Maintenance: Perfect for machinery and vehicle maintenance.
- Painting: Used in painting applications.
- General Industrial Cleaning: Suitable for general cleaning in industrial settings.
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Ideal for pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
- Cleanrooms: Used in cleanroom environments.
- Insulation Installation: Suitable for insulation installation.
- Woodworking: Ideal for woodworking tasks.
- Powder Handling: Used in powder handling processes.
- Food Manufacturing: Suitable for food manufacturing processes.
PPE is essential for ensuring worker safety in hazardous environments, providing comprehensive protection against a variety of risks.