In their heyday, poppers and zippers were popularised as great for children because they were so easy to use. Fast forward some decades and these closing systems are now more universally functional, cropping up on jeans, purses, shoes and even PPE. Snap Judgements: Poppers In fact, snap fasteners work well in protective clothing as they […]
For quite some time now women have been doing the same difficult and dangerous jobs that have been stereotyped male. Isn’t it about time that their PPE start following suit? We think so… Unisex Workwear? Not Really. Unfortunately, much of the PPE industry today still caters predominately for male workers under the guise of “unisex” […]
Every job comes with its own set of hazards, however some are far riskier than others. But if you find yourself in a potentially dangerous profession, you’d best ensure that you’ve got reliable workwear. Workwear You Can Trust Working where hazards are the norm can be a daunting task. But when you have reliable PPE […]
While protective wear can prevent injury and death, improper care of it can be as detrimental as going without protection. That’s why it’s important to care of your PPE, so that it can take care of you. Take Care of Your Protective Wear Properly maintained PPE is important in ensuring the efficient and effective functioning […]
Hands down, the head is one of the most important parts of the body. And when working in hazardous environments, it only makes sense to ensure its protection. Head-Hazardous Workplaces If falling or flying objects, chemical splash, extreme temperatures, hair entanglement, and overhanging electrical hazards or fixed objects are common in your work environment, guess […]
In the world of hazardous work environments, best practice makes perfect. Ok, best practice coupled with PPE, that is… Save Personal Protective Equipment for Last As mentioned before, PPE should only be used as a fail-safe when hazards cannot be eliminated, replaced with a safer process, or controlled. Only once measures to safeguard employees have […]
If you, as an employer, have identified a hazard at your workplace that cannot be eliminated, then the answer is a resounding “yes” – your industry needs PPE… Before Turning to PPE While PPE is there to offer your employees protection, it shouldn’t be used as a cure all for hazardous workplace situations. It should […]
So you’ve implemented engineering, work practices and administrative controls in the workplace, but it still doesn’t make the safety cut? It looks like it’s time to call on your last line of defence – PPE. PPE Fit for the Hazard Different workplaces come with their own sets of hazards – some are more harmful than […]
Zero harm. With fatalities having been at a record low for workers in 2014, South Africa’s mining sector is well on its way to achieving this goal. We thought we’d help the journey along with a quick PPE refresher. What is PPE? The basics of safety workwear Short for personal protective equipment, PPE refers to anything […]
Sweet-Orr enjoys a rich, 144-year history of bringing quality protective clothing to the world. Take a journey with us as we highlight our company’s milestones from the sweet years to today… The Sweet Days 1871 – Founded in Wappingers Falls, New York by Irish immigrant James A. Orr and his nephews, Clayton E. and Clinton […]