Forestry Journal – May 2018

BUYER’S GUIDE

36 MAY 20 18 FORESTRYJOURNAL.CO.UK

Buyer’s guide: PPE

As they operate in one of the most dangerous sectors in the UK, it is vitally

important that forest workers protect themselves from potential hazards. While

sturdy clothing and correct use of equipment can help to minimise risk, personal

protective equipment (PPE) plays an important role in reducing the risk of serious

injury and ensures workers are meeting appropriate safety standards. PPE is

required where, even after controls and safe systems of work have been applied

and implemented, hazards remain. This may include situations where there is a

danger from falling materials or from airborne particles or from excessive noise

or temperature changes.

Following on from our general workwear guide in the April issue, in this month’s

buyer’s guide we’re taking a look at some of the available items of industry-

specific PPE, from chainsaw protective clothing and gloves to helmets and eye

protection.

STIHL’S range of protective clothing

and equipment is designed to be highly

visible and is made from materials

that offer optimal ventilation, freedom

of movement, and easy cleaning. The

Advance X-Vent jacket is light and

breathable, offering protection during

summer temperatures or when carrying

out intense physical activity. To reduce

fatigue on strenuous jobs, the trousers

are made from ultra-light Avertic ProLite

cut-protection material (EN 381).

When it comes to safety, there are

a number of pieces of equipment that

should be considered in addition to

protective clothing. The Dynamic range

includes face, eye and head protection, to

name a few. The Dynamic Expert helmet

offers four-point support and includes a

swivelling nylon mesh visor as well as an

adjustable ratchet system, while the Dynamic

MS Protect gloves are durable and warm when

working in low temperatures.

For complete eye protection whatever the weather,

the Dynamic Light Plus goggles offer ballistic protection up

to 45 m/s and are available in three different lens shades –

clear, grey and yellow – rendering them suitable for indoor,

bright and overcast working conditions.

When you’re on your feet all day, comfortable,

breathable footwear is essential, which is why the water-

resistant Dynamic Ranger GTX chainsaw boots with a

cushioned midsole and non-slip tread are perfect for

longer jobs.

http://www.stihl.co.uk

STIHL

ADVANCE AND DYNAMIC RANGE