{"id":3864,"date":"2022-02-18T09:00:39","date_gmt":"2022-02-18T09:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liftisa.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-ppe-to-guarantee-occupational-safety\/"},"modified":"2022-02-18T09:00:39","modified_gmt":"2022-02-18T09:00:39","slug":"the-importance-of-ppe-to-guarantee-occupational-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liftisa.com\/en\/blog\/the-importance-of-ppe-to-guarantee-occupational-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"The importance of PPE to guarantee occupational safety"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The importance of PPE to guarantee occupational safety.<\/span><\/h2>\n

Personal <\/span>protective equipment<\/b> seeks to protect the worker from possible risks to their safety or health, but what is the importance of <\/span>PPE<\/b> in the prevention of risks to guarantee occupational safety?<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In order to promote the safety and health of workers through the application of measures and the development of activities necessary for the prevention of risks arising from work, <\/span>Law 31\/1995 on the prevention of occupational risks<\/span><\/a> establishes a series of general principles. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Article 17<\/em> should be highlighted, where it says that each employer has the <\/span>obligation to provide workers with adequate protective equipment for the performance of their duties<\/b> whenever a risk cannot be avoided or sufficiently limited. The employer is responsible for providing a safe and healthy working environment for its employees. You should be familiar with the security risks in your industry, as well as the steps you can take to counter these risks. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Personal <\/span>protective equipment<\/b> They are those intended to be worn or held by the worker to protect him from risks that may threaten his safety or health. Awareness must be raised of the importance of the use of PPE to guarantee occupational safety. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

PPE should be used at all times and anywhere if necessary. <\/span>Before use<\/b>, the instructions for use must be observed, they must be stored correctly and it must be checked if they still offer sufficient protection. But when and what kind of protection to use? <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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7 tips to guide you:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

<\/span>1. PROTECT YOUR HEAD<\/b><\/em><\/span><\/h4>\n

The use of <\/span>a helmet<\/b><\/span> It offers protection and can prevent head injuries. A resistant helmet that is adapted to the working conditions should be chosen. Today, you can find a <\/span>A wide variety<\/b> of designs and <\/span>additional options<\/b> can be chosen (an adjustable inner harness, chamois, etc.).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\"Importance<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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2. SAFETY FOR YOUR EYES<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

The eyes are the most complex and fragile part of the body. Every day, more than 600 people around the world suffer eye injuries during their workday. Thanks to a good <\/span>safety glasses<\/b><\/span>, these types of injuries can be prevented.<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. HEARING PROTECTION<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

Do you work in an environment with high sound levels? If your answer is yes, it is very important that you take into account hearing protection. Earplugs are comfortable, but <\/span>Anti-noise earmuffs and helmets<\/b><\/span> are practical in the workplace as they are easy to put on and take off.<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. MAINTAIN GOOD BREATHING<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

Although nowadays the mask has become an essential element in our daily lives, wearing <\/span>a mask<\/b><\/span> at work it is not a luxury. It is definitely not when it comes into contact with hazardous materials. 15% of EU employees inhale vapours, smoke or dust when doing their job. <\/span>Dust masks<\/b><\/span> They offer protection against dust and other hazardous particles. If the materials are really toxic, it should be used <\/span> <\/span>a full-face mask<\/b><\/span>. It adheres firmly to the face, protecting the nose and mouth from harmful contamination.<\/span><\/p>\n

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5. PROTECT YOUR HANDS WITH THE RIGHT GLOVES<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

Hands and fingers are injured very often, so it is very important to protect them properly. Depending on the sector in which you work and the protection you need, you can choose <\/span> Gloves with different applications<\/b><\/span>:<\/span><\/p>\n