PPE Regulations

Worker safety is essential in industries where there are hazardous airborne particles, chemicals, or gases. Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is crucial for protecting workers from respiratory diseases and long-term health issues. In the United Kingdom, various rules provide clear principles that ensure that workers are adequately protected. This guide gives a full review of the […]

The safety footwear requirements were considerably updated in 2022, most notably in the EN ISO 20345:2022 and EN ISO 20347:2022 standards. These changes reflect major advances in ensuring worker safety across a variety of sectors. Understanding these developments is critical for employers, organisations, and individuals responsible for workplace safety to maintain compliance and protect employees’ […]

Safety footwear is crucial for protecting workers from injuries at work, particularly in high-risk industries such as construction, engineering, and manufacturing. In the UK, strict safety standards exist to ensure footwear meets specific criteria for protection. This article covers the key standards and safety ratings that determine whether footwear is safe to wear in the workplace and […]

A PPE compliance audit for safety footwear is a must to ensure that all safety shoes, boots, trainers, and other protective footwear on site comply with the relevant regulations and meet workplace safety standards. Because safety footwear is such a crucial part of personal protective equipment (PPE), carrying out regular audits helps uncover potential issues before they […]

Failure to comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards not only endangers worker’s lives, but it can also result in significant financial penalties, reputational harm, and even criminal prosecution. While providing proper PPE may appear to be a costly expense, non-compliance can have serious repercussions. In this article, we’ll look at the real-world implications of disregarding PPE […]

The British weather is (in)famous for its rain, meaning that those who work outside are at risk of getting wet. Are there any specific ‘working in the rain’ regulations? What are an employers’ responsibilities when employees are working in wet weather? Do you continue to work in the rain? What Should You Know About Working in the Rain? […]

Personal Protective Equipment is designed to be a last resort when all other safety measures have been put in place. All PPE provides some level of protection, and some is required by law whilst others just provide additional protection. So what PPE do you need to work on a construction site safely? There are many […]

In this article you will learn: Different types of ppe signage and symbols; Why safety symbols were developed; What safety symbols are; PPE symbols and their meanings; The different colours of safety symbols; How to know what PPE to wear in specific workplaces. Symbols are quite literally everywhere. It’s universally recognised that man and woman […]

We should never ignore the importance of PPE in the workplace. To understand how important it is, we need to understand what it is. The definition of personal protective equipment (AKA: PPE) is any items of safety equipment that protects the wearer against potential occupational health and safety risks. It is legally required for most […]

Do you know the regulations concerning the hoardings around areas of construction work? The hoarding on building sites – temporary wall-like structures that are built around the perimeter of the site – are covered by site hoarding regulations. They are designed to shield the site from the view of the public and prevents unauthorised access, […]

When workers work at heights there are always risks of falling. Construction has the highest fatalities of any industry, and deaths often resulted from falling from heights, which is why employers must adhere to all regulations for working at height. The Work at Height Regulations came into effect in 2005 to prevent workplace deaths and […]

There are over 15,000 potential signs that you can find in work places all over the UK. It is certainly an overwhelming number, but most signs offer mandatory protection. Safety clothing PPE signs indicate when, where, and which type of PPE has to be used or worn on a particular site – safety footwear, ear […]

Personal protective equipment is essential for anyone working in hazardous conditions, and it is a legal requirement that employers protect their employees from harm. Other safety measures should be introduced first to protect your employees and PPE used as a last resort. Eye safety is paramount for those who work with glass, debris, chemicals, or […]