| From asbestos removal and general maintenance | | | | stains and burns caused by exposure to liquids. |
| work to medical research, protective clothing is | | | | Disposable protective lab coats and aprons can be |
| often required within many industries to keep | | | | washed and reused as necessary, then thrown |
| workers safe from harsh chemicals or infection. | | | | away once used to their full capacity. They |
| Disposable protective clothing is strong enough to | | | | provide a convenient, easily implemented solution |
| protect your skin in hazardous situations and | | | | for daily activities. |
| allows you to toss the garments once they are | | | | Hoods and Sleeves: |
| no longer usable. Types of disposable clothing | | | | Hoods protect your head, hair and shoulders, |
| varies depending on what kind of work you do, | | | | keeping splashing liquid and dry particles away |
| whether you are a custodian wearing protective | | | | from your skin and hair. The light weight, |
| coveralls or a scientist in a lab coat, staying safe | | | | breathable fabric allows you to wear the hood |
| should be a number one priority. Below are | | | | beneath hard hats or other protective head gear. |
| examples of different types of protective | | | | Sleeves keep your arms protected from burns, |
| garments. | | | | infection or chemicals, with elastic at both ends to |
| Coveralls: | | | | ensure a comfortable fit, whether you are using |
| As versatile garments that allow for almost | | | | them with or without gloves. |
| complete body coverage, protective coveralls are | | | | Shoe and Boot Covers: |
| an ideal garment for nearly any working condition | | | | Covering your shoes and feet is important when |
| and are often loose enough to wear over your | | | | working with liquids that can stain or burn, such as |
| normal clothing. Coveralls can come with or | | | | paint or harsh chemicals. Protective shoe and boot |
| without elastic cuffs for ankles and wrists, | | | | covers are light weight and tear resistant, allowing |
| depending on your preference. Elastic wrists and | | | | you to move safely and freely while keeping your |
| ankles keep sleeves and pants from getting | | | | feet protected. They can come in a variety of |
| caught or burned, and provide a tighter seal, | | | | sizes and fittings, to cover the smallest shoes or |
| preventing any airborne chemicals and vapors | | | | the largest boots. |
| from entering the suit. Coveralls that utilize a | | | | The proper protective garments are crucial to |
| lightweight material help the body breathe in | | | | maintaining a safe work environment. Be sure |
| warmer temperatures. | | | | your protective clothes are clean and in good |
| Lab Coats and Aprons: | | | | condition before wearing them in hazardous |
| Often worn over your regular clothing, lab coats | | | | conditions. |
| and aprons protect your everyday clothes from | | | | |