What is PPE manufacturing and what is the importance of it?

Personal Protective Equipment, commonly referred to as PPE, is equipment worn to avoid various hazards in manufacturing facilities. PPE can include items such as safety helmets, gloves, eye protection, hazmat suits, high-visibility clothing, safety footwear, safety harnesses, ear plugs, ear defenders and respiratory protective equipment (RPE).

Personal Protective Items

Hi-Visibility Clothing

Eye Protection

Hazmat Suits

Safety Footwear

Protective Aprons

Head Protection/Helmets

Ear Plugs

Respiratory Protective Equipment

Hand Protection

There are many PPE types, each with a specific purpose. The type of PPE manufacturing you need will depend on the hazards present in your workplace. At Sun Manufacturing, we offer consultation and risk assessment of your working environment to recommend appropriate PPE protection.

Ultimately, no matter what type of manufacturing job you have, there is some form of personal protective equipment that can help keep you safe. We recommend you also do your research and make sure you are using the correct PPE for your specific job. Your life may depend on it.

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Why is PPE manufacturing important?

Protection

PPE protects workers from injuries caused by exposure to hazardous materials, including chemicals, noise, heat, and flying debris. It can also help prevent or reduce the severity of injuries that do occur. Workers are the backbone of any operation, and their safety should be a priority.

Productivity

Compliance

Cost Savings

Here are some examples of PPE for manufacturing:

​Breathing Masks	These can prevent you from breathing in toxic chemicals. Depending on the facility, you may need a simple paper mask or a more complex respirator.
Protective Clothing	​Many manufacturing facilities require workers to wear protective clothing. This could include items such as gloves, aprons, overalls, and boots.
Earplugs & Earmuffs	​Earplugs or earmuffs will help to reduce the noise levels that you are exposed to.
Safety Glasses	Often there is a risk of flying debris or chemicals getting into your eyes. Wearing safety glasses will help to protect your eyes from these hazards.
Hard Hats & Helmets	Essential in some manufacturing environments where there is a risk of objects falling from above. They protect your head from impact and help to prevent serious injuries.
Hi-Visibility Jackets	​Some working environments require protective clothing that is visible from far. Night road construction is an example.
Fall Protection	​When working at heights, there is a risk of falling. Wearing fall protection, such as a harness, will help to prevent serious injuries if you do fall.
First Aid Kits	A first aid kit should be available in all workplaces, including manufacturing facilities.
Face Shields	Face shields provide additional protection for your face, eyes, and mouth. They are often used in conjunction with safety glasses or goggles when manufacturing facilities are especially dangerous.