Arc Flash PPE
Arc flash is a phenomenon that occurs when an electrical current passes through the air, resulting in an explosion. The hazard can cause injuries to workers near the explosion. An arc flash can burn at temperatures four times hotter than the sun’s surface, causing severe burns, electrocution, and hearing damage. Arc flash PPE protects personnel from the hazards of arc flash and includes:
The PPE required depends on the risk and severity of the arc flash. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E provides protection standards for four different categories. The lowest, category 1, provides minimum protection of 4 calories per square centimeter. The highest, category 4, provides minimum protection of 40 calories per square centimeter. At Paulson Manufacturing, our arc flash PPE complies with NFPA 70E standards providing category 2, 3, or 4-rated protection.
Arc flash PPE protects wearers from electric shock and burns resulting from arc flash. Workers typically use arc flash PPE for falls and hazards from confined spaces, depending on the work environment. Various industries require arc flash PPE for personnel such as electrical contractors and utility workers. Workers performing de-energizing and maintaining energized equipment should wear arc flash PPE in case of exposure to electrical hazards, including arc flash.
Industrial PPE
Industrial PPE is equipment and clothing designed to protect workers in industrial environments, including warehouses, renewable energy plants, chemical processing plants, steel mills, mining, oil and gas, manufacturing facilities, and construction sites. Workers require PPE like earplugs, respirators, safety glasses, and face shields. They may also require protection from the application or industry-specific hazards like sustained or loud noise, respiratory hazards, heat, electrocution, chemicals, impact, cuts, and falls. Industrial work sites must adhere to the general requirements set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) PPE regulations.
Physical, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards are present in various industries. At Paulson Manufacturing, we offer a range of face shields and goggles, knee shields, and cap accessories. Industrial PPE is vital to workers in industrial environments and must be worn at all times to improve worker safety and prevent health hazards.
Tactical PPE
Tactical PPE is protective equipment and clothing used by first responders, military, and law enforcement personnel in high-risk situations. It includes comfortable and low-profile clothing for surviving harsh environments and the following equipment to protect personnel from threats like physical impact, blades, chemical weapons, and gunfire:
At Paulson Manufacturing, we offer ballistic helmet face shields, tactical goggles, laser and intense light protection, knee shields, handheld shields, and accessories. Our equipment provides high-visibility, anti-fog capabilities, and compatibility with other riot gear and night vision equipment. We design our tactical PPE to comfort and protect personnel during mission-critical applications in dangerous conditions.
Firefighter PPE
Firefighter PPE protects firefighters while they perform firefighting tasks and provide assistance during other emergencies. A firefighter’s personal protective equipment protects the wearer from smoke, heat, impact from falling structural objects, and other hazards. Typical firefighter PPE includes:
Paulson Manufacturing offers firefighter goggles, parts, and accessories for wildfire and structural applications. Firefighters rely on firefighter PPE to minimize the risk of injuries, burns, and death during emergencies, structural fires, wildfires, and other extreme conditions.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) by Paulson Manufacturing
PPE is vital to worker safety and must be worn properly at all times to protect workers from illness, injury, and other risks in their working environments. Various types of PPE offer protection, comfort, and performance in a diverse range of environments and applications. When choosing the right PPE for a specific application, it is critical to understand the hazards and conditions in your industry or specific application.
Paulson Manufacturing produces innovative medical, tactical, firefighting, industrial, and arc flash PPE to meet your industry’s needs. We are the world leader in transparent face and eye protection for first responders and industrial workers, with over 75 years in the industry. Our facility in California relies on an ISO 9001-certified quality management system for all of our products manufactured in the USA. Request information from our team to learn about our PPE equipment solutions for your application.