Thursday 7 June 2018

Respiratory Protective Equipment for the Workplace


Some work processes can involve using harmful substances, fumes and chemicals – by breathing in these substances you can put yourself and the people around you at risk!

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Respiratory protective equipment is used to protect workers from these substances that could be potentially hazardous, such as…

Gases
Sprays
Solvents
Dusts

Wearing the correct equipment can include a range of things, including…

Visors
Hoods
Masks
Helmets

When it comes to using protective equipment such as respiratory masks, they should not be the only protection you use to stay safe in the workplace. However, wearing RPE is a good temporary precaution to take before you get the proper protection.

Always remember that your respiratory protective equipment should be the correct type for the task and environment as well as fit you correctly to insure maximum protection.

Subjecting yourself to a work environment that is potentially hazardous for your health can result in a number of issues, including respiratory diseases, asthma, cancers as well as diseases in the airways and bronchitis.

Looking for the correct safety PPE for the job at a price you can afford? L&A Safety offers a range of PPE, including respiratory equipment – contact us today on 021 552 0665 or email tish@landasafety.co.za otherwise pop into a store in Cape Town, Robertson or Vredenburg.

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