In various situations, the human body is exposed to all kinds of negative effects: radiation, dust, germs. Therefore, invented personal protective equipment that can be used in adverse conditions for people. Knowledge of them is included in the safety instructions in many enterprises.
Personal and collective protective equipment is divided into two types: for the skin and for the respiratory system. There is also a classification according to the principle of action: isolating and filtering.
So, the first type completely protects a person from any external influences. As a rule, these are suits made of impermeable materials.
When filtering, the air necessary for a person undergoes a thorough purification. For example, due to activated carbon.
Personal protective equipment used at the construction site
All the clothes of the builder are made in such a way as to protect the person as much as possible. There are no unnecessary details in it: pockets, numerous zippers. Everything is maximally practical and convenient. In addition, builder clothes have an extra layer of fabric,
protecting him from sudden changes in the weather.
In addition, helmets are used. Although they are often neglected, statistics show how many lives were saved thanks to them. Also used are masks for working with welding, respirators, if you have to deal with dust. Even the builder’s shoes are made with anti-slip coating.
Personal protective equipment used in the laboratory
The minimum set of equipment needed by the laboratory assistant: rubber gloves, hat, medical gown. If there is a risk of spraying biological material, then oilcloth apron, glasses and a mask are used.
Overalls are changed 2 times a week. If an emergency occurs, then immediately. In case of contact with the uniform of any biological materials, it must be disinfected.
Personal protective equipment against electric shock
If you are planning to repair or change the wiring in the apartment, you should protect yourself. Wear a hat first. Then dielectric gloves. They should be rubber and thick. The next step: selecting a tool with insulated handles. Of course, one should not forget about shoes with a thick sole and a rubber rug, which you need to stand on while you work.
Remember to completely exclude cont
act with a current. For him, almost any surface can serve as a conductor.
Respiratory protection
Our lungs need special protection because we always breathe regardless of the quality of the air in the environment. Therefore, our breath must be protected. Epidemic of influenza - a mask is required, at least a gauze bandage. Training in dusty rooms or where strong unpleasant odors are present requires a respirator. In case of fires and chemical work gas masks are used. Yes, respiratory protection is of utmost importance.
Also in southern countries, mosquito nets are included in the protective equipment.