We all understand the temptation to cut corners. In today’s economy, who wouldn’t want to find ways to reduce operating costs if possible? Sometimes, businesses consider their PPE supplies as a potential source of cost savings. However, this can be a very costly mistake. It can lead to injuries and end up costing you more. CHARNAUD® explains why it’s important to choose quality, compliant PPE.

Why Your PPE MUST Be Compliant With Global Standards

If you decide to save money by buying cheap, poor-quality PPE, you run a high risk of incurring several unexpected costs. The savings you make by buying low-quality PPE are often negated by the hidden financial costs. In addition, your productivity and operations can suffer.

Financial costs include:

  • An increase in compensation and medical expenses.
  • Higher insurance premiums due to a tarnished safety record.
  • Legal penalties and fines.
  • Higher replacement costs. Low-quality PPE will need to be replaced more often because it has a shorter lifespan.

In addition, you could face these productivity and operational costs:

  • Lost productivity due to injury-related absenteeism.
  • Increased training costs.
  • Decreased morale and performance.

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How to Ensure That Your PPE is Compliant

When you consider these hidden costs, we’re sure you will agree that they are not worth the minimal costs you could make by buying low-quality equipment.

Instead, focus on finding a PPE supplier that provides equipment manufactured according to local and international standards. Here in South Africa, for example, PPE must be manufactured according to SABS standards, as well as Regulation 2(1) of the General Safety Regulations, and industry-specific safety regulations. These standards provide guidelines regarding the materials and methods used in the production of PPE. By following these guidelines, manufacturers ensure that their products are of the highest quality and provide the best protection. In addition, the best PPE producers also work within the guidelines set out by international regulators.

When you look at products from quality PPE suppliers, you will notice a long list of certifications, such as SANS 50469 or DIN EN 20811. While these can seem a little overwhelming, they provide the proof you need that you are purchasing excellent PPE. If you want to understand what they mean, your supplier should be more than happy to explain them to you.

Trust CHARNAUD®’s, High-Quality Compliant PPE

CHARNAUD® supplies quality, compliant PPE for multiple work environments. If you are looking for complete protection for your team, whether you operate in the fire-fighting, electrical, metalwork, or cold storage industries, among others, forget about poor-quality PPE and browse CHARNAUD®’s product lines. Alternatively, feel free to contact us for advice.

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