PPE compliance
PPE Regulations
Under the CoSHH Regulation (and EU CMR equivalents), where it is not possible to prevent exposure to a carcinogen, health hazard warnings and PPE must be provided.
When all engineering and operational control measures required by CoSHH and DSEAR assessments are already in place, CoSHH requires that the PPE is fit-for-purpose and in compliance with the PPE Regulation for the intended application.
For example, fuel-dispensing zones are classified as Potentially Explosive Atmospheres (such as ATEX Zones 0, 1 and 2).
One of GripHero’s performance attributes is the static-dissipative property of the material itself – demonstrating its ability not to accumulate and discharge static energy.
Under EU/GB PPE Regulations, enforcement authorities and insurers confirm:
Under the PPE Regulation it is a legal requirement to manufacture, distribute, and/or supply the correct PPE risk category for the intended application.
Under the CoSHH Regulation (and EU CMR equivalents), where it is not possible to prevent exposure to a carcinogen, health hazard warnings and PPE must be provided.
When all engineering and operational control measures required by CoSHH and DSEAR assessments are already in place, CoSHH requires that the PPE is fit-for-purpose and in compliance with the PPE Regulation for the intended application.
For example, fuel-dispensing zones are classified as Potentially Explosive Atmospheres (such as ATEX Zones 0, 1 and 2).
One of GripHero’s performance attributes is the static-dissipative property of the material itself – demonstrating its ability not to accumulate and discharge static energy.
Under EU/GB PPE Regulations, enforcement authorities and insurers confirm:
- Category-1 gloves (for minimal risk) are NOT suitable for this application
- PPE must meet the Annex-II Essential Health & Safety Requirements of the PPE Regulation
- PPE must be correctly risk-categorised by Notified Bodies
Under the PPE Regulation it is a legal requirement to manufacture, distribute, and/or supply the correct PPE risk category for the intended application.
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The right PPE
The CoSHH Regulations (Section 7: Prevention or control of exposure to substances hazardous to health), Paragraph 9 states: "Personal protective equipment provided by an employer in accordance with this regulation shall be suitable for the purpose and shall- (a) comply with any [legal requirement (The Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018 (S.I. 2018/390))] which is applicable to that item of personal protective equipment" |
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Are your petrol stations truly compliant?
Your sites may not be fully compliant with PPE and CoSHH regulations, and your insurance cover could be at risk. PPE in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres PPE used in ATEX Zone 1 and 2 environments (such as petrol stations) must meet strict performance requirements. This includes verified performance for:
GripHero is also ATEX-certified to include other parameters including temperature, flammability, and spark risk. All testing must be conducted under controlled conditions by an official notified body. GripHero Anti-Static Safety-Gloves GripHero is internationally recognised as best practice for:
Endorsed by Health, Safety, and Sustainability teams worldwide, GripHero safety-gloves are:
In many regions, GripHero can also reduce the need for costly, unhygienic static-discharge pads |
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