Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Finding the Right Fit When Selecting Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment is designed to keep you safe when performing various types of activities such as working on vehicles, exploring the outdoors, or while saving lives. The number one way to ensure that these products offered on eBay do as they are intended to is to make sure they fit properly. Products such as new or used gloves, hard hats, and safety vests don't come in a one-size-fits-all option; you must first know how to size them appropriately.

Factors to consider when selecting protective gloves

When it comes to protective gloves, you can select from disposable products or continued-use varieties. Protective gloves are offered in materials including latex, nylon, nitrile, and vinyl with both powder-coated and powder-free features. There are some factors to consider to ensure that you get the right fit and comfort from the protective gloves when they are in use. These factors include the following:

• Materials - There are many people allergic to certain materials such as latex. Choosing latex-free products would be better suited if there are different people using the products you select. To offer further options, you will find different grip capabilities, depending on the materials used for crafting the gloves.
• Purposes - Protective gloves are designed for different types of activities. These products are worn by auto mechanics, butchers, motorcycle riders and health care personnel or for personal health and safety purposes. Selecting these hand-protective products with these activities in mind will ensure a more desired experience.
• Properties - The different materials used for manufacturing affordable gloves makes a difference in the experience you have. Nitrile materials are more durable than vinyl or latex. Latex, on the other hand, has an advantage when it comes to comfort.
• Cost - Depending on the materials and longevity of the product, there is a wide price range on the products you find available on eBay.

How do you properly size protective hats?

There are two main factors to take into account when sizing protective hats. These factors include the overall circumference of the head and additional layers that will be worn with the hat. When working outdoors in colder temperatures, it is standard for a person to wear a hat and ear covering under the protective hat. This can be accommodated with the use of inner ratchets that are offered on eBay. These ratchets give you the ability to tighten or loosen the fit of the hat when needed. For more tips on properly sizing protective hats, you will want to see the product manufacturer's suggestions.

Are protective products unisex?

Most protective products such as safety glasses, hard hats, and protective gloves are made in unisex options. When selecting products for this type of versatility, it is important to read the manufacturer's specifications related to size to ensure proper fit and grip capabilities. You will also find many color variations and style options that accommodate both men and women.