Disposable Clothing

FAQs

• Is disposable clothing PPE?

  Yes, disposable clothing comes under PPE. 

  Disposable clothing PPE includes:

  • Gloves
  • Coveralls
  • Overshoes
  • Respirators
  • Face & headwear
  • Overcoats & aprons
• What is disposable clothing?

  Disposable clothing is one-use protective clothing items, such as coveralls and aprons. 

• Where to buy disposable clothing?

  You can purchase disposable clothing at SMI, where we stock a variety of specialist clothing and PPE.

• What is type 5/6 disposable clothing?

  Type 5/6 refers to the protective class of disposable coveralls:

  • Type 5 protects against fine particles like dust and sand. 
  • Type 6 protects against liquids, such as oil. 
  • Type 5/6 is a combined coverall that protects against both environmental hazards and chemical spills.
• What PPE should you wear in the workplace?

  The PPE required in your workplace will depend on the risks your team is working with. 

  Conduct a risk assessment to identify hazards and effective ways to protect against them. 

  The most commonly required PPE includes:

  • Head protection
  • Hearing protection
  • Eye & face protection
  • Respiratory protection

  PPE should always be well-fitting and suitably protective for the specific work task. 

• How do you safely throw away disposable PPE?

  Start by removing the PPE without touching the outer layer. Manufacturer instructions for this should be included. 

  Then place the PPE in the appropriate bin, such as:

  • Medical waste bins in clinics
  • Hazard bins for contaminated items

  If waste bins are unavailable, double-bag the used PPE and then place in a general refuse bin.