Safety Equipment – Buyer’s Guide

When your company is looking for safety equipment, there are many factors to consider before placing an order. Safety equipment includes head, respiratory and full body equipment. It also includes emergency equipment. The big question is: How will you know what you need to buy? The answer is simple. Before you buy safety gear, you should make a list of what each employee will need to be safe on the job. Below are some examples of safety equipment products and ways to decide which manufacturer is right for you.

Earplugs are one of the big sellers when it comes to safety gear. Earplugs can be purchased as disposable plugs or as reusable plugs. Disposable earplugs are made from a soft, hypoallergenic material that quickly and comfortably conforms to the shape of your ear canal. On the other hand, reusable earplugs are washable, but are flexible in fitting into the ear canal. Both disposable and reusable earplugs are comfortable for most employees and are extremely lightweight.

Ear muffs are another type of safety gear on the market today. Manufacturers of safety products offer a wide variety and range of earmuffs. Some earmuffs allow a person to hear well enough to communicate, while other earmuffs provide complete sound protection. Some earmuffs have steel headbands, while others have plastic headbands. Some earmuffs can be attached to a safety helmet. You can even buy earmuffs that wrap around your neck. Common features that all earmuffs have are soft foam cushions, superior protection in the most demanding circumstances, and comfort.

Safety glasses are another form of safety equipment. Choosing a pair of safety glasses is more difficult than choosing a pair of earplugs or earmuffs. But if you take your time and look at the different features involved, you’ll find the right pair. First, you need to decide what type of safety glasses are needed for your particular work environment. You need to decide if safety glasses need ventilation channels and what type of lens material they should be made of. You must choose between panoramic, polycarbonate or prescription safety glasses. The size of the safety glasses also makes a big difference. This is because, if they are large enough, they can be worn over regular prescription glasses. Most safety glasses have the standard features of anti-fog and scratch-resistant lenses.

Safety equipment can be purchased at many stores, including Lowe’s, Home Depot, Wal-Mart, and K-Mart. It can also be found on many sites on the Internet.