PPE & Workwear

This blog will discuss the types of RPE available, and the uses for and maintenance of this widely used safety device in Australia.  Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is a form of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is commonly used in Australian workplaces to protect the wearer from a range of airborne contaminants. Various forms of RPE are available in Australia, some of which are required by Law to be worn in certain workplaces and industries.

Silicosis is a form of lung disease that is contracted by inhaling crystalline silica (silica) dust particles. Silica is found in a variety of products including sand, stone, concrete, mortar and composite stone where it is found in the highest quantities (up to 90%). These products are found in many regular household furnishings including bench tops for kitchens, laundry rooms and bathrooms, certain plastics, bricks and tiles.

Sight is an important and heavily relied upon sense, that accounts for up to 80% of human perception. Visual Impairment can affect all areas of an individual’s life, including work and personal relationships and can greatly increase likelihood of depression or social isolation.