Personal protective equipment, or PPE for short, must be worn by all employees of manufacturing facilities, law enforcement agencies, and organizations where life and health are at risk. To ensure protective clothing, footwear, and other items last as long as possible and retain their properties after extended wear, they must be properly maintained.
Check before purchase
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Before use , PPE should be carefully checked for defects, damage and wear:
- inspect the outer side for scratches, chips, tears, seals, corrosion, wear, missing elements, distortion of shape, etc.;
- internal elements (lining, insole, etc.) should also not have any damage or deformation;
- check for proper size: using PPE that is not the correct size can be not only uncomfortable, but also dangerous;
- check for functionality before a work shift: for example, a mask should be tested for leaks by trying to exhale air into it, and gloves should be tested for leaks and durability in the presence of liquid or oil;
Care of clothes and shoes
Proper care will help extend the lifespan of protective clothing and footwear. To do this:
- follow the instructions, which are usually found on the label of the workwear, or the instructions given by the manufacturer;
- if workwear can only be cleaned manually, use soft sponges and cloths, avoid hard brushes, scrapers or abrasives that can damage the surface of the suit;
- do not dry clothes in direct sunlight;
- Store the kits in a clean and dry place, away from moisture that may damage the fabric.
- After each wash, check workwear for holes and abrasions.
- Clean your safety shoes from dirt after each use with a soft cloth or a brush with nylon bristles.
- if possible, remove the insoles and dry them separately;
- avoid damp places for storing shoes;
- do not place boots in direct sunlight, choose a cool and dry place;
- after cleaning, treat special footwear with products that improve their tightness, water resistance and color retention, if permitted by the manufacturer;
- regularly change the insoles and check the shoes and boots for leaks,
Mask and goggle care
To maintain the hygienic and protective properties of PPE:
- wipe your glasses and mask with a soft cloth to avoid scratching the glass and plastic surfaces;
- change mask filters regularly;
- do not use sterilizers if the products are not designed for such processing conditions;
- store the mask and glasses in a special box or bag;
- do not let strangers wear your PPE;
- at the end of its service life, replace the protection with a new one.
Following these recommendations will help maintain the functionality and effectiveness of your PPE for a long time. Purchase protective equipment only from trusted sources. You can purchase workwear and footwear wholesale at the RPOSAFE online store