Personal Protection Equipment in Ireland

Personal Protection Equipment in Ireland is a key component in the ongoing battle with Covid 19 and Governments across the world are including face masks in their plans for life returning to normal in the near future. If the population all pull together and take appropriate precautions, Ireland will bounce back from this crisis extremely fast. Employers and organisations in Ireland will need to ensure they are giving their staff the necessary equipment to protect themselves when they return to the workplace in the near future. Ireland PPE forms part of the wider Wristbands Europe group which has noted the high demand for equipment such as masks and respirators in recent weeks. We have worked tirelessly to provide top quality PPE products which will almost certainly be mandatory for local businesses and venues as restrictions are lifted. 

As the coronavirus situation continues to develop health authorities across the world are still learning about how the virus spreads and affects human beings. The evidence for wearing face masks continues to grow and indeed many major countries now have strict laws in place that require the wearing of masks in public places. Below we quickly summarise the different types of masks so that you can determine which product is the best for you. Contact our sales team for any further advice about Personal Protection Equipment in Ireland and it is always recommended to check the latest up to date advice from the HSE website that is updated regularly.

The KN95 mask has been an extremely popular product and we are doing our very best to maintain stock levels. The KN95 respirator protects against 95% of airborne particles and is the premium product in terms of facemasks. The product can be used multiple times and offers a tight seal around the nose and mouth. 

Disposable masks are also very popular due to their relatively low price and that they can be more comfortable to wear when compared to other products. This product is sometimes referred to as surgical masks but they do not offer such high levels of protection due to gaps between the mask and the wearers face. 

Face shields are the best option for persons working in retail or other sectors that require face to face interaction. The visor covers the whole face with its durable plastic and allows for the mouth and expressions to be visible. This type of product can be washed and reused multiple times and can also be worn with other masks such as the KN95.

Cloth masks have exploded in popularity recently as people look for a comfortable product to wear without breaking the bank. These cotton masks do not offer the high level of protection that an KN95 respirator does but they do cover the nose and mouth area which follows government guidelines. Cotton masks are highly flexible as they can be washed and reused multiple times which is a great selling point for many customers.