Personal protective equipment
The term personal protective equipment (PPE) refers to all products intended to safeguard the individuals who wear them or carry them with them, preventing risks to health and safety in the domestic, sports, recreational, and work environment (Italian Legislative Decree 475/92). Italian Legislative Decree no. 81/08, the Labour Safety Act, establishes that the PPE used in the workplace must submit to the provisions set forth in Italian Legislative Decree 475/92 and establishes it as any equipment intended to be worn or held by the worker for protection against one or more risks that can threaten their health and safety while working, as well as any additional item or accessory intended for that purposes (Art. 74, paragraph 1 of Italian Legislative Decree no. 81 dated 9 April 2008). Italian Legislative Decree 81/08 calls for the use of PPE only when the adoption of preventive technical and/or organizational measures for collective protection is not sufficient to eliminate all risk factors. In other words, PPE is only used when it is impossible to eliminate the risk.
Instantaneous ice in bag (-9/-10°C)
Code NE14003000000 Item Ice
- Mixture of nitrogenous salts and water
- Compliant with EC Reg. no. 1907/2006, as amended
- Particularly suited for cryotherapy and the application of cold
- It is a class II A (non sterile) medical device
- Excellent for all cases of trauma, to relieve pain, and prevent the formation of hematomas, swelling, etc.
- Single use, for external use only
Pc. per box 25 pcs. Minimum order 25 pcs.
First aid kit in polypropylene
Code NE11107200000 Item Med P2
- Removable and with wall support
- Dimensions: 32 x 23 x 9 cm
- App. 2, basic, compliant with Italian Ministerial Decree 388 of 15/07/03 - Legislative Decree 81/08
- Colour: orange
Pc. per box 1 pc. Minimum order 1 pc.
First aid kit in ABS
Code NE11107400000 Item Med P4
- Removable and with wall support
- Dimensions: 41 x 31 x 10 cm
- App. 1, basic, compliant with Italian Ministerial Decree 388 of 15/07/03 - Legislative Decree 81/08
- Colour: orange
Pc. per box 1 pc. Min. Ord. 1 pc.
Refill pack for first aid kits and cabinets (companies up to 2 people)
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Code NE11108200000 Item Refill Pack
- Does not contain blood pressure monitor
- App. 2, basic, compliant with Italian Ministerial Decree 388 of 15/07/03
Pc. per box 1 pc. Minimum order 1 pc.
Refill pack for first aid kits and cabinets (companies with more than 2 people)
Code NE11108000000 Item Refill Pack
- Does not contain blood pressure monitor
- App. 1, basic, compliant with Italian Ministerial Decree 388 of 15/07/03
Pc. per box 1 pc. Minimum order 1 pc.
High visibility vest, 100% polyester
Code NE42203500000 Item New Way
- Weight 120 g/m2
- Front opening adjustable with Velcro closure
- 2 horizontal reflective bands that wrap completely around the abdomen
- One size fits all
- Colour: orange
Pc. per box 100 pcs. Minimum order 1 pc.
High visibility braces in polyester/polyurethane fabric
Code NE42602200000 Item HV harness
- With reflective bands
- Adjustable waistband with Velcro
- One size fits all
- Colour: orange
Pc. per box 50 pcs. Minimum order 1 pc.
Jacket and trousers in polyester, coated internally with PVC
Code NE461010T____* Item Boat Yellow
Code NE461012T____* Item Niagara Green
Code NE461013T____* Item Niagara/Blue
JACKET
- Weight 200 g/m2. Thickness 0.18 mm
- Attached hidden hood with drawstring
- Aeration on back and underarms
- Zipper closure
- Windproof fold in sleeve
- 2 pockets with rainproof flap at waist
- Bottom drawstring
TROUSERS
- Weight 200 g/m2. Thickness 0.18 mm
- Elastic waist
- 2 side hand pockets
- Automatic snaps at ankles
- Sizes: S to XXXL
Pc. per box 20 pcs. Minimum order 1 pc.
13 calibre continuous filament glove in polyester / nitrile
Code NE353086T__00* Item 16 NBR CRINKLE
- Palm covered in nitrile with slightly rough surface created by processing the support
- Excellent grip
- High flexibility and agility
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Ergonomic shape, no stitching, excellent wearing comfort
- Elastic wrist and vented back that promotes breathability
- Colour: blue/black
- Suitable in the presence of oils and/or grease
Sizes 8, 9, 10
Pc. per box 120 Pairs
Minimum order 12 Pairs
15 calibre continuous filament glove in nylon-elastan / foam nitrile
Code NE353101T__00* Item NITRAN PLUS-C
- Palm, fingers, and knuckles covered for greater protection
- The nitrile foam coating makes the glove soft, light, and breathable
- Dimpled palm for better grip and resistance
- Lint-free, water repellent, and oil resistant
- Excellent resistance to abrasion, significant flexibility and agility
- Elastic wrist and vented back
- Colour: grey/black
- Suitable in the presence of oils and/or grease
Sizes 7, 8, 9, 10
Pc. per box 120 Pairs
Minimum order 12 Pairs
Continuous filament glove in 100% polyester / nitrile
Code NE353065T__00* Item 13 ECO-R
- Completely covered in nitrile for maximum protection even in the presence of liquids, oils, and/or grease
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Economical model
- Ergonomic shape, no stitching, excellent wearing comfort
- Elastic wrist
- Colour: white/grey
- Suitable in the presence of oils and/or grease
Sizes 8, 9, 10
Pc. per box 120 Pairs
Minimum order 12 Pairs
Continuous filament glove in 100% polyester / polyurethane
Code NE337063T__00* Item ECO-LITE
- Palm covered in polyurethane
- Economical model, light, elastic, with excellent tactile sensitivity
- Recommended for delicate and precision operations
- Excellent abrasion resistance and wear
- Ergonomic shape, no stitching, excellent wearing comfort
- Elastic wrist and vented back
- Colour: black
- Suitable for the electrical industry, assembly, and precision work
Sizes 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Pc. per box 120 Pairs
Minimum order 12 Pairs
Continuous filament glove in 100% nylon / polyurethane
Code NE337122T__00* Item NINJA LITE
- Palm covered with a special compound of ultra-light polyurethane
- Super light, super elastic, with excellent tactile sensitivity and agility
- Excellent grip on both wet and dry surfaces
- With Sanitized® antibacterial treatment
- Ergonomic shape, no stitching, excellent wearing comfort
- Elastic wrist and vented back
- Colour: blue/black
- Suitable for the electrical industry, assembly, and precision work
Sizes 7, 8, 9, 10
Pc. per box 120 Pairs
Minimum order 12 Pairs
13 calibre continuous filament glove in polyester-elastan / latex
Code NE355133T__00* Item 480
- Palm covered with a special latex foam
- Rippled finish for a perfect grip on both wet and dry surfaces
- High flexibility, elasticity, and agility
- Ergonomic shape, no stitching, excellent wearing comfort
- Elastic wrist and vented back
- Colour: camouflage green/black
- Suitable for construction, woodworking, smelting, and agriculture
Sizes 8, 9, 10
Pc. per box 120 Pairs
Minimum order 12 Pairs
Nitrile gloves AQL 1.5
Code NE393020T__00* Item Nitrile
- Single use and ambidextrous
- Dust-free, chlorinated
- Thickness 0.10 mm
- Granitiform external finish
- High sensitivity and agility
- Suitable for contact with food
- Compliant for use in the medical field
- Package of 100 pieces
- Colour: light blue
- Suitable for contact with food, medical use
Sizes S(7), M(8), L(9), XL(10)
Pc. per box 10 Co.
Minimum order 1 package
100% natural latex gloves AQL 1.5
Code NE390012T__00* Item ASTM
- Single use and ambidextrous
- With dust
- Thickness 0.08 mm
- Smooth outer finish
- Excellent sensitivity and comfort
- Extra quality
- Suitable for contact with food
- Package of 100 pieces
- Colour: white
- Suitable for contact with food, medical use
Sizes S(7), M(8), L(9), XL(10)
Pc. per box 10 Co.
Minimum order 1 package
Nitrile gloves AQL 1.5
Code NE393040T__00* Item Grease Monkey
- Single use, ambidextrous, dust-free
- Completely latex-free
- Palm thickness 0.15 mm
- Fish scale outer finish
- Excellent sensitivity, comfort, and agility
- Excellent oil resistance
- Suitable for contact with food
- Package of 50 pieces
- Colour: orange
Sizes M(8), L(9), XL(10), XXL (11)
Pc. per box 10 Co.
Minimum Order 1 Package
Foldable mask in non-woven fabric
Code NE15113000000 Item 799
- Protection from solid and liquid aerosol without specific toxicity in concentrations up to 4x the exposure limit
- With innovative Newtec® exhalation valve
- Soft nose point
- Weight About 16 g
- Packaged individually in custom bag
- Colour: white
Pc. per box 240 pcs.
Minimum order 20 pcs.
Foldable mask in non-woven fabric
Code NE15113200000 Item 789
- Protection from solid and liquid aerosol without specific toxicity and low toxicity in concentrations up to 12x the exposure limit
- With innovative Newtec® exhalation valve
- Soft nose point
- Weight: About 17 g
- Packaged individually in custom bag
- Colour: white
Pc. per box 240 pcs.
Minimum order 20 pcs.
Foldable mask in non-woven fabric
Code NE15113300000 Item 779
- Protection from solid and liquid aerosol without specific toxicity, low toxicity, and high toxicity, in concentrations up to 50x the exposure limit
- With innovative Newtec® exhalation valve
- Soft nose point
- Weight: About 20 g
- Packaged individually in custom bag
- Colour: white
Pc. per box 240 pcs.
Minimum order 20 pcs.
Mask in non-woven fabric
Code NE15112000000 Item 710
- Protection from solid and liquid aerosol without specific toxicity in concentrations up to 4x the exposure limit
- Soft sealing gasket at nose
- Weight: About 12 g
- Colour: white
Pc. per box 240 pcs.
Minimum order 20 pcs.
Mask in non-woven fabric
Code NE15112400000 Item 721
- Protection from solid and liquid aerosol without specific toxicity and low toxicity in concentrations up to 12x the exposure limit
- With innovative Newtec® exhalation valve
- Weight: About 17 g
- Colour: white
Pc. per box 120 pcs.
Minimum order 20 pcs.
Mask in non-woven fabric
Code NE15112600000 Item 730
- Protection from solid and liquid aerosol without specific toxicity, low toxicity, and high toxicity, in concentrations up to 50x the exposure limit
- With innovative Newtec® exhalation valve
- Soft nose point
- Sealing gasket along the entire facial edge
- Weight: About 22 g
- Colour: white
Pc. per box 60 pcs.
Minimum order 5 pcs.
Mask in non-woven fabric with active carbon
Code NE15112700000 Item 723
- Protection from solid and liquid aerosol without specific toxicity and low toxicity in concentrations up to 12x the exposure limit
- With innovative Newtec® exhalation valve
- With active carbons that hold strong and unpleasant odours, preventing their inhalation
- Soft nose point
- Weight: About 22 g
- Colour: grey
Pc. per box 120 pcs.
Minimum order 10 pcs.
Single-use earplugs in polyurethane foam
Code NE18640100000 Item T1
- • Soft, anatomical shape
- • Smooth surface that increases hygiene
- • Excellent quality/price ratio
- • 1 pair per bag
- • Package of 200 pairs
- • Colour: yellow
Pc. per box 20 packages
Minimum order 1 package
Frequency in Hz | H | M | L | SNR |
Attenuation in dB | 36 | 34 | 33 | 37 |
Single-use earplugs in expanded polyurethane foam
NE18640700000 Item T2 Special
- Soft, anatomical shape
- Smooth surface for better hygiene and easy insertion
- Adapt perfectly to the ear canal, increased comfort
- Blister of 10 pairs
- Package of 200 pairs
- Colour: orange
Pc. per box 40 packages
Minimum order 40 packages
Frequency in Hz | H | M | L | SNR |
Attenuation in dB | 33 | 31 | 30 | 34 |
Earplugs with headband
Code NE18640300000 Item INSERTS A1
- Polyethylene headband
- Very soft polyurethane foam inserts that rest on the opening of the ear canal without entering inside
- Weight: About 11 g
- Colour: yellow/blue
Pc. per box 400 pcs.
Minimum order 40 pcs.
Frequency in Hz | H | M | L | SNR |
Attenuation in dB | 25 | 15 | 13 | 20 |
Noise-reduction earmuffs with headband
Code NE12250500000 Item C2
- Excellent quality/price ratio
- ABS headband can pivot in three positions
- Sponge + PVC cushions, easy to clean
- Snap height adjustment
- Can be combined with hard hats, visors, and masks
- Weight: About 145 g
- Colour: orange
Pc. per box 20 pcs.
Minimum order 1 pc.
Frequency in Hz | H | M | L | SNR |
Attenuation in dB | 30 | 25 | 18 | 27 |
Noise-reduction earmuffs with headband
Code NE12250700000 Item C4
- Temple trim
- Headband with soft padding for better comfort
- Rapid and stable, snap height adjustment
- Foldable ABS cups with soft, padded cushions
- Can be combined with hard hats, visors, and masks
- Weight: About 268 g
- Colour: black/silver
Pc. per box 20 pcs.
Minimum order 1 pc.
Frequency in Hz | H | M | L | SNR |
Attenuation in dB | 33 | 30 | 23 | 32 |
Safety glasses with side shields in polycarbonate
Code NE16201000000 Item ET 30
- Polycarbonate frame: FT
- Single lens: 1 FT
- Side protections
- May be worn over prescription glasses
- Lens colour: transparent
- Lens filter: EN 170 2C - 1.2
- Colour: transparent
Pc. per box 12 pcs.
Minimum order 12 pcs.
Safety glasses with side shields
Code NE16201300000 Item ET 46
- Polycarbonate frame: FT
- Lenses with scratch-proof and fog-proof treatment: 1 FT
- Lens filter: EN 170 2C - 1.2
- Wrap-around panoramic structure
- Length adjustable temples
- Colour: dark blue
Pc. per box 12 pcs.
Minimum order 12 pcs.
Plastic goggles
Code NE16105400000 Item 102-3
- Frame: S
- Single transparent plastic lens: 1 S
- With air vents
- Elastic band
- Economical
- Colour: transparent
Pc. per box 20 pcs.
Minimum order 20 pcs.
PVC goggles
Code NE16202000000 Item G04
- Frame: 3 4 9 BT
- Single polycarbonate lens with scratch-proof and fog-proof treatment: 1 BT 9
- Indirect ventilation
- Adjustable elastic band
- Colour: transparent
Pc. per box 12 pcs.
Minimum order 12 pcs.
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PPE must:
- be suited to the conditions present in the workplace;
- be suited to the risks to be prevented, without causing other risks for the worker;
- take into account the worker’s health and ergonomic needs.
PPE is divided into three categories, based on the type of risk:
- Category I: Easily designed PPE, intended to safeguard users from slight injuries - self-certified by the manufacturer;
- Category II: all those items not part of the other two categories, significant risk to eyes, hands, arms, face, for example. Certified prototype, authorized and notified by a controlling body;
- Category III: device of complex design, intended to protect users from risk of death or serious injury. This includes all PPE for the respiratory tract and protection from harsh chemical agents. Certified prototype, authorized and notified by a controlling body, and subsequent production control.
By law, PPE must have a CE mark indicating its conformity with the fundamental health and safety requirements. Plus, the safety device must contain an instruction manual for the use, conservation, cleaning, maintenance, expiration date, category, and use limits, possibly written in the official languages.
Equipment for protection of the respiratory tract
PPE for protection of the respiratory tract is for protection against potentially harmful airborne substances (gases, dust, vapours) and to allow normal respiration when the oxygen level is above the limit value of 17%. These items are classified as follows: entire mask (UNI EN 136), half-mask (UNI EN 140), antigas and combined filters (UNI EN 141), dust filters (UNI EN 143), dust facial filters (UNI EN 149), antigas facial filters (UNI EN 405).
Protection of upper limbs
PPE for the upper limbs is particularly for the hands, which have greater exposure to risks of various natures. The primary items are: gloves, safety grips, protective sleeves, and oversleeves.
Eye protection
Eyes are subject to various risks: splinters, hot materials, caustic or corrosive materials, and radiation, which could lead to three types of injuries: mechanical, optical, and thermal. To protect these delicate organs, the following types of PPE are used: safety glasses (EN 166), goggles (EN 166), visors (EN 166), and screens (EN 166), possibly combined with: filters for welding (EN 169), ultraviolet rays (EN 170), infrared rays (EN 171), and solar protection (EN 172).
Hearing protection
Hearing damage (professional hearing loss) is serious because it cannot be healed. In fact, if auditory cells are damaged, they cannot regenerate. PPE for protecting hearing is mandatory when noise cannot be reduced with technical measures and when it exceeds 90 DB instantaneously or 85 dB on a daily average. The primary PPE for hearing protection is: ear muffs (EN 352-1), earplugs (EN 352-2), inserts (filters), and plugs with a string or headband (EN 352-2). PPE for hearing protection carries a code based on the frequency that it muffles: L from 65 Hz to 250 Hz - M from 250 Hz to 2,000 Hz - H from 2,000 Hz to 8,000 Hz
Head protection
PPE for head protection is: hard hats (EN 397) and industrial bump caps (UNI EN 812).
Protection of lower limbs
Foot protection is important for both their safety and to ensure good stability while working. In general, the following PPE is required for the lower limbs: safety shoes (EN 345), knee pads, gaiters, removable soles, and removable protective devices for the instep.
Protection against fall from heights
Fall-prevention PPE falls under category III given the high risks resulting from a fall and it is subject to special CE certification procedures. These PPE types include: slings (EN 361), belts with harnesses (EN 358), and hooking cords (EN 355). These devices, as set forth in Italian Presidential Decree 547/55, Art. 386, are mandatory not only for workers at heights or with a danger of falling from heights, but also for work inside wells, cisterns, and the like.
Protection of the body and skin
These are various types of PPE belonging to categories I, II, and III: protective clothing against mechanical, chemical, and heat aggressions, radiation to the trunk, abdomen, skin, etc.
Visibility
High visibility garments.