On the 21st April 2018, Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will come into force and replace the old PPE Directive 89/686/EEC.
PPE protects the user against health or safety risks at work. It includes items such as safety helmets, gloves, high-visibility clothing and eye/hearing protection.
There is a transitional period of one year from 21st April 2018 to the 20th April 2019, where both the old directive and the new regulation are applicable.
The new regulation does not apply any duties directly to the end users of PPE.
Employers who are selecting and using PPE within their own organisation are covered by the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 which are unaltered by this regulation.
Those who source and purchase PPE for use within their own organisation should continue to select appropriate PPE which has been CE marked, and ensure your PPE providers are able to meet the requirements of the new regulation. Responsibility for proving product compliance falls to the manufacturer.
If you have concerns over the safety of the equipment you are purchasing you can ask suppliers the following:
If you have any questions about the PPE Regulation update we are here to help. Do not hesitate to contact us on 01394 389683 or info@safetyboss.co.uk.
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