Reducing the confusion around VAT exemption for charities
If you give money to charities or research councils you probably don’t expect 20 per cent of your donation to…
Tag: PPE
Which nitrile glove do I need? A guide to Shield gloves
The range of Shield gloves is available in three different colours – adopting a traffic light system for straightforward selection…
Essentials for a COVID safe workplace
The Covid-19 outbreak has seen an unprecedented demand for PPE resulting in the market being flooded with tonnes of new…
Whats the difference between valved and unvalved respirator masks?
Disposable respirator masks offer protection to the wearer against respiratory hazards such as dusts and mists. The filtering face piece…
What is the difference between an FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3 disposable mask?
A filtering face piece (FFP) respirator mask is a type of respiratory protective equipment (RPE). RPE is designed to protect…
What filters do I need for the 3M 7500 series half face mask?
The 7500 series half face mask is a reusable respirator mask that when combined with appropriate filters can provide respiratory…
Do I need a fit test to wear a respirator mask?
If your company uses tight-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) then a fit test is a legal requirement. The fit test…
What’s the difference between surgical and respirator masks?
With the outbreak of Coronavirus, masks and other PPE are critical in helping to provide protection against the virus. At…
How to protect your workforce against noise
The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 came into force for all industry sectors in great Britain. It requires employers…
What gloves are suitable for RNAse free environments?
Simply wearing gloves may not provide sufficient protection against RNAse – we’ve taken a look at what precautions should be…
How can I select the appropriate protective coveralls for my application?
Coveralls are made to protect against a wide range of potential hazards such as dust particles, asbestos and toxic liquids….
How to choose the right disposable respirator mask?
Disposable respirators or disposable face masks offer protection against inhaling dusts or mists – for example when sanding, welding, pouring,…