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The Best Respirator, Face Shield and Hearing Protection Bundles For The Holidays

Dec 06, 2024
The Best Respirator, Face Shield and Hearing Protection Bundles For The Holidays
This holiday season, consider giving the gift of safety with respiratory, hearing and face protection bundles from Peke Safety. In a world where health and safety have become more important than ever, these thoughtful gifts provide peace of mind by ensuring loved ones are equipped with high-quality respiratory, face and hearing protection. Peke Safety’s respiratory bundles include essential items like masks, filters, ear protection plugs, and face shields, all curated to offer reliable protection from airborne contaminants, pollutants, flying debris and allergens. It’s a gift that shows you care about someone’s health, comfort, and safety, whether they’re woodworking, working in a factory, or in construction building a new home. Continue Reading

Silent Danger: How Cutting Kitchen Counters Led to Deadly Black Lung for Workers

Nov 20, 2024
Silent Danger: How Cutting Kitchen Counters Led to Deadly Black Lung for Workers
The Daily Mail recently published an article titled "We're dying from 'black lung' condition after years of cutting kitchen counters – here's what doctors say," highlighting the growing health crisis among workers in the stone and construction industries. Below is a quick synopsis of the article, which details the alarming rise of silicosis, or "black lung" disease, caused by exposure to harmful silica dust in materials like quartz and granite countertops. At Peke Safety, we believe that early intervention is key when it comes to respiratory protection. Silicosis and other respiratory diseases often develop silently, with symptoms not appearing until the damage is irreversible. That's why it's crucial for employers to implement dust control systems and for workers to consistently use proper respiratory protection from the very beginning of their exposure. Proactive safety measures can make all the difference in preventing long-term health issues and ensuring a safer, healthier work environment. Continue Reading

Understanding Respiratory Protection: Different Particles and Pollutants

Nov 08, 2024
Understanding Respiratory Protection: Different Particles and Pollutants
When it comes to choosing the right respiratory protection, it’s essential to understand the various types of particles and pollutants you may encounter. Each type presents its own set of risks and requires different levels of protection. Here's a breakdown of the key elements Continue Reading