Comfort is key with 3m’s new personal protection equipment
3M PPE portfolio in 2012 has new earmuffs, headsets, radio system, coverall packaging and fit-test services
As the economy improves and hiring accelerates, health and safety professionals face increased pressure to manage company costs without compromising worker safety. 3M believes comfort is the key in encouraging workers to wear the appropriate protective equipment, as demonstrated by the company’s new earmuffs and headsets. Additional offerings make PPE more convenient to use, including coverall packaging and fit-test services.
“Workers often have safety equipment available to them, but may opt not to wear it because of discomfort or inconvenience,” said Yolla Levitt, chief marketing officer, 3M Occupational Health and Environmental Safety Division. “In 2012, one of our primary goals is maximizing the comfort and convenience of protective equipment so compliance increases.”