Work protection

Work protection

Definition of occupational safety (personal protective equipment)
Manual and physical labour always involves a certain degree of risk. This can be largely reduced with the help of occupational health and safety. The Occupational Health and Safety Act (ArbSchG) pursues a similar goal with the principle of effectively protecting all employees from hazards and damage to health. The Occupational Health and Safety Act regulates the employer's basic health and safety obligations for all areas of activity. In addition to mere protection, unrestricted and pleasant working conditions are essential when selecting occupational safety. One measure to ensure occupational health and safety is to provide employees with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

FAQ
1. which areas can personal protective equipment (PPE) be divided into?
In many industries, occupational safety or PPE (personal protective equipment) is specifically prescribed by law and must be provided free of charge by the employer in accordance with the German Occupational Health and Safety Act (ArbSchG). Consequently, you will find the following items here:

• Eye protection
• respiratory protection
• hearing protection
• foot protection
• hand protection
• Occupational health and safety
• High-visibility protection

2. What is the difference between work clothing and protective clothing?
Work clothing is all clothing that is worn at work. This means that legal regulations do not necessarily apply. For example, you are not exposed to any physical danger when working in an office. Protective work clothing, on the other hand, is subject to certain regulations. Different types of personal protective equipment (PPE) are required depending on the activity.

3. Where is the best place to buy personal protective equipment?
A high level of safety, comfort and functionality in the workplace - the right personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial for efficient and gentle work. This is why there is a wide network of specialist retailers in Germany offering expert advice.