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Is a bump cap the same as a hard hat? - Mstore

Is a bump cap the same as a hard hat?

Hard hats and bump caps are the two main forms of head protection PPE for construction and industrial work. Both have their place in the construction world and ensure you have the right level of protection, dependent on your work activities and environment. The main difference between bump caps and hard hats is their use […]

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How do Ear Defenders work? - Mstore

How do Ear Defenders work?

Ear defenders are a common form of personal protective equipment (PPE) used to help protect the ears against harm in several ways. They can protect against physical damage and also the impact of excessive noise. Ear defenders can appear a little like headphones but do not have the audio abilities. They are made up of […]

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What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? - Mstore

What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

PPE stands for personal protective equipment and is the general term for any equipment used to keep people safe whether in a work or a public environment. The acronym has always been an important one, but particularly in this climate, during and post-pandemic. Technically, PPE can be described as anything that keeps an individual safe […]

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What Is Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)? - Mstore

What Is Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)?

Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) used to protect you against the inhalation of hazardous substances. There are many work environments where RPE is vital to remain safe, and others may opt to wear RPE as a precautionary measure. Respirators are RPE that utilise filtering devices. They use filters […]

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