PPE | Personal Protective Equipment

PPE, also known as Personal Protective Equipment, refers to the protective gear that’s worn over the body in hazardous work environments. The types of PPE used will depend on the work conditions employees could be exposed to, such as physical, chemical, biological, electrical hazards, and more. PPE includes a large selection of gear, such as gas masks, respirator masks, face masks, disposable gloves, disposable coveralls, face shields, hard hats, disinfectant spray, hand sanitizer, and much more.

Galls carries a large selection of infection control PPEs and physical safety PPEs from the industry’s most trusted brands including Avon, North American Rescue, Dynarex, Honeywell, etc.

Infection Control PPE

In medical settings, such as clinical labs, hospitals, doctors’ offices, or emergency vehicles, the risk of exposure to bacteria, bodily fluids, and cross-contamination runs high. In order to minimize exposure to these hazards, medical professionals and first responders must wear the proper protective equipment and keep their workstations sanitized.

The Safetec Universal Protection Kit is a perfect way to keep first responders protected at a scene where bodily fluids are present. This PPE kit has all the essentials including medical gloves, disinfectant wipes, an eyeshield, a protective apron, and more. This protective kit also meets OSHA and CDC standards for bloodborne pathogens and includes supplies for area clean-up as well.

The AlphaTec Ansell Microchem Coveralls provide superior breathable microporous laminate technology and type ⅚ protection. This hazmat suit is a proven protective barrier against low concentration chemicals, liquids, and particulate biological hazards. It’s also comfortable to wear and features moisture vapor permeable fabric to help reduce the risk of heat stress.

Physical Safety PPE

Any employee who regularly works around heavy machinery, construction, etcetera is at high risk for physical injury. From falling objects to flying projectiles, these injuries could be proven fatal. Only by wearing the right safety gear can these situations be avoided.

For protection against impacts, fragments, fluids, and incendiary projectiles, the United Shield Face Shield with Rail Adapter comes highly recommended. This face shield is designed to fit all United Shield international helmets with Picatinny rails and is 6” compatible with gas masks. This face mask also locks into the stowed or deployed positions, can be released with one hand, and is tested to the NIJ 0104.02 Riot Standard.

The Honeywell North High Density Polyethylene Cap Style Hard hat protects against impacts and electrical hazards with an ANSI Z89.1-2009 Type 1 Class E rating. This safety helmet has a pin lock suspension system that’s easy to adjust and features HDPE shell material for excellent protection and chemical resistance. It also has a 4-point suspension system and a 2-point chin strap.

Additional Emergency Equipment

In the case of an emergency, it’s a good idea to stock up on all your emergency essentials so that you can stay stationary and away from dangerous areas. This includes survival kits, gas masks, emergency supply boxes, hydration systems, and other survival gear.

The Advantage 1000 Gas Mask is a chemical/biological agent-riot control mask that comes from Federal Laboratories. This respirator mask is approved by NIOSH /MSHA (No. TC-14G-0235) for protection against CN, CS, P100 particulate efficiency levels, and particulates. It also includes one cartridge and features a flexible, one-piece polyurethane lens with a wide field of vision and bayonet canister fasteners for easy on/off application.