When working in industrial environments such as automotive, agriculture, construction, chemical processing/handling, manufacturing and oil & gas, where one might be exposed to harmful contaminants, it is important to use the correct type of respiratory protective equipment (RPE). We supply an extensive range of respiratory protection, to keep you safe in whatever task you might undertake and whatever environment you might work in. Our range of respirators includes both disposable masks and reusable masks, such as half-face masks and full-face masks, as well as powered air systems. Some of these devices can provide the wearer with other forms of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) too. Our respirators are manufactured by brands such as 3M, BLS, Climax and DeltaPlus.
Before entering any site where harmful contaminants may be present, it is a legal requirement to fit test your equipment. Our bitter fit test kits and sweet fit test kits from 3M and Alpha Solway provide the user with the added security that their respirator is fitted correctly.
When using a reusable respirator, it is important to ensure that the correct filter is installed for the work that the wearer intends to undertake. Specific filters will work in specific environments, or where a worker expects to encounter several harmful contaminants, a combined filter can be used.
Before usage it is recommended to inspect all equipment for any damaged parts and where found should be disposed and replaced. After usage, any disposable masks should be disposed of and reusable respirators should be properly cleaned, maintained and stored.