Inclusive PPE experiences


Inclusivity in PPE: The manufacturer’s perspective

Ian Kelsall at Dräger Safety UK, shares his view on overlooked areas of face protection fit, which, if not considered, can have adverse effects on the level of safety for the wearer. Read More

One size really doesn’t fit all

Health and Safety Manager, Thomas Morris (Cert IOSH) on the far-reaching effects of ill-fitting PPE. Read More

Beth Holroyd: ‘PPE that’s not designed with women in mind is a fundamental problem’

Beth Holroyd shares her experience with ill-fitting PPE, and explains how catering for all not only enhances safety at work, but happiness and wellbeing too. Read More

Why health and safety practitioners must do more when it comes to PPE

Danny Clarke explores strategies to communicate the benefits of suitable PPE and emphasises the importance of involving subject matter experts (HS professionals) in decision-making processes. Read More

‘I felt overjoyed. They were like slippers’: Finally finding safety boots that fit

Despite a 30-year safety career Emma Woodhouse only recently discovered boots that complement her size one feet. Read More

‘My feet slid around and my legs hurt from gripping my toes’: Jane Middleton on ill-fitting PPE

The Chartered Engineering Geologist has to privately source boots and tailor men's trousers just to go to work. Read More

‘I had no other choice but to wear it’: Michelle Stephens on ill-fitting PPE

Michelle Stephens has worked 30 years in health and safety, primarily in rail, yet unsuitable PPE continues to be an issue. Here she shares her experiences. Read More

‘It took six years before I realised PPE for women was available’: Katy Robinson on making a difference

Katy Robinson is spearheading a PPE campaign targeting the Yorkshire construction sector. Here, she explains its origin, the progress made, and why there is still much to do. Read More

PPE: The chain of ignorance

Following from her previous article on inclusive PPE, Katherine Evans analyses the PPE supply chain, and questions where the true issue may lie when it comes to accessing diverse PPE. Read More

Inclusive PPE – more than protection?

Poorly fitting PPE is stopping women from reaching their full potential, says Katherine Voyle. Is it time for governance to curb the issue? Read More



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