PPE

Respiratory protection in health care

How are powered air-purifying systems protecting frontline health care workers from COVID-19?

Global nurses group pushes WHO for stronger stance on COVID-19 protections

Silver Spring, MD — Global Nurses United is demanding stronger COVID-19 guidance from the World Health Organization, including a call for more personal protective equipment for health care workers and acknowledgement from WHO on how the virus is spread.

Reader glasses

The ultra-lightweight Carhartt Braswell Readers were designed specifically for the workplace.

Women’s surveyor vest

The SV63W Women’s Heavy Duty Two-Tone Short Sleeve Surveyor Vest is tailored specifically to fit women.
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Study links inadequate PPE, COVID-19 infection controls to worker mental health issues

Toronto — Feelings of anxiety and depression were highest among workers whose perceived personal protective equipment and infection control needs were not met during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the results of a recent study out of Canada.

NIOSH approves first elastomeric half-mask respirator without an exhalation valve

Washington — NIOSH has approved – for both personal protection and source control – the first elastomeric half-mask respirator without an exhalation valve.

Facial coverings and hot conditions: Help workers stay comfortable

People who work in hot, humid conditions may not like the idea of wearing a facial covering to decrease their risk of exposure to COVID-19. But it’s necessary.

Cut-resistant sleeves

What are cut-resistant sleeves, and what type of workers should wear them?
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Women’s V-neck long-sleeved shirt

The Women’s Versa V-Neck Long Sleeve Shirt combines arc-flash and flash-fire protection with comfort, fit and style. Constructed from a 6.8-ounce flame-resistant cotton and spandex blend, the shirt provides flexibility and a wide range of motion while wicking away moisture.

Winter jacket

A new addition to the Heavy Duty series is the RPB35 Series jacket in all black. With a Teflon-treated waterproof ripstop polyester shell, the jacket has a quilted interior, elastic band at the wrists and a concealed detachable hood.

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