Northrock PPE Catalogue- Australia Edition

PROTECTION AGAINST HAZARDS

HEAT AND FLAME Workers in the toughest industries regularly encounter heat and flame. Whether it is radiant, convective or conductive heat, serious injuries and even fatalities are caused by heat and flame hazards. Workers deserve the powerful protection offered by Portwest’s innovative flame resistant range of products.

ELECTRIC ARC An electric arc is a rapid and instantaneous electric discharge of high current between conductors generating very bright light and intensive heat. If a worker is in close proximity to an Arc flash, serious injury and even death can occur.

ELECTROSTATIC - ESD Electrostatic discharge, or ESD as it is more commonly known, is the rapid, spontaneous transfer of electrostatic charge induced by a high electrostatic field. Failure to protect against the dangers of ESD cost industries millions every year.

CHEMICAL Industrial workers face dangers posed by chemicals every day. Chemicals present danger in many forms. As liquids, sprays, dry particles or in pressurised form chemicals pose a serious threat. Portwest offers powerful chemical protection solutions across the range.

NUCLEAR PARTICLE Radioactive contamination is a real risk for workers in many industries. Garments that help prevent contamination to skin and hair are a must for workers potentially exposed to this type of hazard.

EXTREME HOT WEATHER The harmful effects of the sun seriously compromise workers’ health. Heat related fatigue and illness cost employers serious time and money. The Portwest design team have developed innovative cooling products that keep workers cool and protected from extreme heat and sun exposure.

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