Body Protection

Body Protection

Body Protection

Hazards that affect the entire body can include temperature extremes, chemical exposure, radioactive materials, arc flash, infectious materials, sparks or flames, falls and sharp objects. A variety of protective clothing, including laboratory coats, long pants, rubber aprons, coveralls, and disposable body suits are available for specific work conditions, including the following:

  • Rubber, neoprene, and plastic clothing protect employees from most acids and chemical splashes.
  • Laboratory coats, coveralls, and disposable body suits protect employees and everyday clothing from contamination by chemicals, biological materials, dirt and grime, etc.
  • Welding aprons provide protection from sparks.
  • High Visibility clothing enhances a person's visibility, reducing the chance of being hit or run over.
  • Leg protection is available for lawn care and while using chainsaws. 
  • Cut-resistant clothing can be worn when around sharp objects such as kitchen knives or blades. 
  • Full body suits, cooling vests, and rain gear are a few examples of weather and extreme temperature protection

Guidance for Proper Use

  • Ensure clothing fits each user properly
  • Launder reusable protective clothing separate from other clothing
  • Store PPE in well-ventilated, clean, dry and out of direct sunlight
  • Decontaminate PPE as necessary
  • Inspect PPE before useBody Protection Gear