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Why Cooling Gear Isn’t Optional Anymore: Stay Safe in the Rising Heat

Jun 23, 2025
Why Cooling Gear Isn’t Optional Anymore: Stay Safe in the Rising Heat

Stay safe during extreme heat with Peke Safety’s evaporative cooling gear. Learn how vests, neck wraps, and towels help prevent dehydration, heat stress, and fatigue during record-breaking temperatures.

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Beat the Heat: 5 Reasons Cooling Vests Are Your Hot Weather Essential

May 22, 2025
Beat the Heat: 5 Reasons Cooling Vests Are Your Hot Weather Essential
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Protecting Chimney Sweeps from Silica Exposure: The Role of APF + Respiratory Protection

Mar 06, 2025
Protecting Chimney Sweeps from Silica Exposure:  The Role of APF + Respiratory Protection

Chimney sweeps face serious respiratory risks due to prolonged exposure to silica dust from bricks and mortar, with up to 21% developing respiratory illnesses over time. Inhalation can lead to silicosis, lung cancer, and COPD, making proper protection essential. 

Assigned Protection Factors (APFs) determine respirator effectiveness, with options like N95 masks (APF 10) or high-level PAPRs (APF 1,000) offering superior defense. Key safety measures include dust suppression, OSHA compliance, proper respirator selection, training, and regular health monitoring. Peke Safety provides industry-leading respirators to help chimney sweeps work safely in high-dust environments.

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