The Importance of Above-the-Neck PPE
When it comes to personal protective equipment, most immediately think about hard hats and goggles, however, above-the-neck PPE refers to a range of personal protective equipment that provides protection to the head, eyes, ears, face, as well as the users respiratory system. Whatever the environment you are in, the right PPE can make all the difference in preventing serious injuries. From helmets and faceshields to neck guards and respiratory protection, every piece of gear serves an importance role in shielding vulnerable areas.
Types of Protection:
- Goggles/Safety Spectacles
Both serve a crucial purpose of protecting your eyes from splatter, fumes and debris, but offer different levels of protection. Goggles provide a all-around seal, superior protection in various environments - especially when liquids and dusts are a concern. On the otherhand, safety spectacles are lighter and more comfortable, primarily offering protection against larger debris and general eye hazards. While they may not be suitable for high risk tasks like working with power tools and fine particles, choosing the right option depends on the task at hand. - Safety Helmets
From 'hard-boiled' hats to modern advancements, hard hats have become a crucial part of working on-site. Such head protection offers prevention from head trauma to electrical hazards. Modern advancements have allowed for changes to enable more comfort and safety for the users too, including chin straps, air filters and faceshields. - Ear Defenders
These are vital in defending against loud industrial noises and protect the users health and wellbeing against hearing loss and ear trauma. Ear defenders are supplied in different levels, in order to avoid under, or over protection, keeping the exposure level to the ideal 80dB at all times. Ear defenders are supplied as both over the head sets or a universal sets you can clip to your hard hat. - Faceshields
Providing spatter protection for skin, eyes, nose and mouth, while offering a broader coverage than safety goggles or glasses, they provide less protection from smaller particles and may not fully seal off the face from contaminants. This often means that faceshields are used in combination with other PPE to offer full head and face protection. - Respirators & Masks
Dust, vapours and gasses can cause irreparable damage to your lungs and airways. Respirators act as a protective shield in dusty environments, preventing inwards leakage with an airtight seal and a filtration system. - Neck Capes
Waterproof, UV 50 protection and flame retardant, neck capes offer superior protection for those working in challenging environments.
We Are JSP
We are proud to partner with JSP, a leading expert and supplier in above-the-neck protection, consistently delivering high-quality protective equipment that prioritise both user safety and environmental sustainability. With their passion for research and development, JSP are dedicated to making a difference and ensuring a desired level of quality at all times.
By working with JSP, we are not only offering our customers top-tier safety options but also contributing to the ongoing efforts to raise safety standards and making a lasting inpact on the industry.
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