New ASTM standard created to improve protective clothing for healthcare professionals
March 15, 2023
A new standard approved by ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) aims to protect healthcare professionals from hazardous liquid drugs. Read More
How to protect workers against Avian Influenza
March 23, 2022
In this article Figen Ersezer informs businesses on how to best protect workers against Avian Influenza, with poultry farm workers being at high risk. Read More
How to stand out safely this winter
December 21, 2021
Arco advises on managing workers comfort in winter, while also sharing guidance on being safe and seen when working outdoors during the months ahead. Read More
A Guide to Full Body Protection
May 3, 2018
A Guide to Full Body Protection Safety & Health Expo is the UK’s biggest health and safety event, and enables Read More
Throwback Thursday: RPE
February 26, 2015
Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is necessary to keep workers in certain industries and job roles safe, and it’s especially important Read More
DryShell: foul weather PPE
February 11, 2015
A range of hi vis PPE has been launched, which manufacturer Ballyclare Limited says will keep the wearer warmer, drier Read More
Just in case: does PPE make a difference?
January 23, 2015
By David Towlson In Terry Pratchett’s 26th Discworld novel, Thief of Time, two History Monks (Lu-Tze and Lobsang) are rushing Read More
New protective coverall range
September 18, 2014
3M is enhancing its product offering by launching the 3M Protective Coverall 4532+. Made from a sophisticated five layer 52gsm Read More
Sustainable PPE guide
June 6, 2014
What does sustainability mean in the context of functional work and personal protective clothing? Bernhard Kiehl offers an explanation and outlines the way safety and environmental challenges are being met by responsible companies. Read More
Protective clothing – DuPont
February 20, 2014
DuPont, a specialist in innovative body protection, has launched the new Tyvek 800 J coverall, which it says offers a revolution in Type 3 protection. Read More