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Personal Protective Equipment

Occupational safety is a fundamental component of any work process, and a crucial part of it is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Its purpose is to protect workers’ lives, health, and physical capabilities from exposure to hazardous or harmful factors.

Construction site safety. Protective hard hat, headphones, gloves, glasses and masks

What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

PPE refers to technical devices and equipment designed to protect workers from mechanical, thermal, chemical, biological, electrical, or other workplace hazards. While collective safety systems or technological changes can reduce risks, PPE is often the only effective protection in certain working conditions.

Purpose of PPE

  • To prevent occupational injuries and diseases;

  • To safeguard workers’ lives and health;

  • To mitigate risks in environments where hazards cannot be fully eliminated.

Main Types of PPE

According to the Georgian Law on Occupational Safety and ISO 45001:2018, PPE includes the following key categories:

  1. Head protection – safety helmets that protect the skull from mechanical impacts; – დამცავი ჩაფხუტები;

  2. Eye and face protection – safety glasses, shields, visors;

  3. Hearing protection – earplugs or earmuffs in noisy environments;

  4. Respiratory protection – respirators or gas masks for chemical or dusty workplaces;

  5. Body protection – special work clothing, thermal or waterproof gear;

  6. Hand protection – protective gloves made from various materials (rubber, leather, mechanical);

  7. Fall protection for work at height – safety harnesses, lanyards, carabiners, and firmly fixed systems.

See more: https://www.hse.gov.uk/ppe/index.htm

Conclusion

Using PPE is not optional – it is a legal requirement that must be enforced in every work process. Compliance with occupational safety principles should not remain a mere formality. Companies must ensure the proper selection, distribution, and monitoring of PPE, along with raising awareness among employees. At Salus Factum, we continuously assess and select the appropriate PPE for workplaces to prevent potential hazards and reduce professional risks to a minimum.