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Compliance in a chemical environment not only requires selecting the right personal protective equipment (PPE) for a variety of chemicals, but also must ensure that workers wear the equipment. The PPE industry is innovating to ensure worker comfort, as well as safety in challenging chemical environments so that workers are protected at all times.
In addition, scientists are discovering new chemical combinations or creating novel applications for existing chemicals. This is an encouraging sign for the chemical industry. However, it comes with risks—most importantly, the increased risk of chemical exposure, especially to newer chemicals with a limited track record of use. These chemicals, if mishandled, can pose a significant threat to workers.
The PPE industry is now leading the charge in helping to reduce and better manage this chemical exposure risk by providing workers with state-of-the-art tools, protective gear and training resources. In this way, PPE suppliers effectively function as shields against complex—and potentially dangerous—chemicals.
Building a powerful shield takes years of research and experience. That’s why the PPE industry has increasingly embraced R&D and innovation as it seeks to better protect workers and address chemical challenges head on. This industry-wide shift to a proactive approach will help maximize worker productivity in the chemical industry and—most importantly—reduce the risks of exposures. |
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Handle with Care : Personnel Protection in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry in ADHESIVES & SEALANTS INDUSTRY (ASI), Vol. 22, N° 3 (03/2015)
