PPE Solutions for Chemical Industries

Area background noise and high-noise operations are often present during plant operations or TAM projects and may be amplified in confined spaces like metal tanks and vessels. Communication can also be difficult for workers working in noisy environments, at heights, or in confined spaces.

Understanding the acoustic performance of hearing protectors (PDF, 312 KB)

The Importance of Approved Compatibility (PDF, 931 KB)

Center for Hearing Conservation

3M E-A-Rfit Validation System (PDF, 168KB)

Infographic compatibility study (PDF, 1,443 KB)

Attenuation Characteristics with the Combined Use of 3M™ PELTOR™ Earmuffs and 3M™ Protective Eyewear (PDF, 483 KB)

A worker is considered “working at heights” if the person is working in any location where, without appropriate precautions, a fall could occur that may result in injury. This includes working on a ladder, on scaffolding, on aerial lifts or mobile elevating work platforms, near or in pipe racks, on flat or sloped roofs, near an edge or an opening in a floor or wall. It also applies when working above or below ground level where a fall into an oppening, or onto a lower surface is possible.

Working at Heights Hazard Webpage

Leading Edge Infographic (PDF, 429 KB)

Workers involved with a confined space must be protected while working in and around the space. Confined spaces come in different sizes and shapes. These spaces must be evaluated prior to entry and a system must be designed to manage situation.

3M Fall Protection Configurator

Visualize custom confined space systems for your site App via Apple App Store and Google App Store

Confined Space Infographic (PDF, 1,472 KB)

Permit Required Confined Space Checklist (PDF, 117 KB)

Bumps to the head and impact from falling debris may occur and potentially result with a worker having a serious injury.

Safety helmets are designed mainly for preventing head injuries but some products are also tested for specific optional requirements for additional hazards e.g., molten metal, electrical resistance. It is important to know the difference when selecting a product for the work tasks to be performed.

3M Head and Face Interactive Catalogue (PDF, 13.9 MB)

SecureFit™ Hard Hat Brochure (PDF, 1,021 KB)

Fall Protection for Tools Infographic (PDF, 2.4 MB)

Gases, vapours, mists, fine suspended dust, liquid splashes or sprays may cause irritation, inflammation, and other damage to eye. An eye can become inflamed, painful, and teary in reaction to a foreign object. Corneal scratches caused by metal particles can also result in a serious eye injury. Workers handling, dispensing, using, and transporting liquid materials may need protective coveralls as a physical barrier to help prevent skin contact from liquid splashes and dust in certain work environments.

Eye Protection Line Card (PDF, 14.5 MB)

10 things you need to know about protecting your skin at work (PDF, 10.3 MB)

3M™ Protective Apparel Chemical Testing Guide (PDF, 625 KB)

Welding processes can generate hazardous ultraviolet (UV) radiation, infrared(IR) radiation, and intense visible light from the welding arc. Unprotected exposure to UV, IR and intense visible lights can lead to adverse health effects.

Welding ADF Comparison Guide (PDF, 743 KB)

Welding Helmet Comparison Chart (PDF, 957 KB)

Choose the Right Welding Safety Equipment