Construction sites are high-risk work environments. Construction workers can be
exposed to a wide range of risks, such as falling from above, contact with electricity or with
hazardous chemicals, accidents with heavy equipment and much more. In addition, the nature
work in construction also involves the risk of injuries related to the movement of
construction materials, lifting equipment and construction equipment. It is therefore
It is of fundamental importance that workers are adequately protected and that

measures necessary to minimise risks.

To ensure safety at work in these circumstances it is mandatory to resort to two different - but
complementary - protection measures: collective protection devices (CPD) and personal protective equipment (PPE)
specific to the sector.
In the field of construction the most common DPCs are parapets, protection nets, scaffolding and screens
noise. However, as indicated by Legislative Decree 81/2008, if the devices of
collective protection were not sufficient to reduce the risk of accident, it is necessary to use
specific PPE to protect each individual worker.

Safety helmets
Helmets are one of the most important personal protective equipment used on construction sites
construction. Protect the worker’s head from possible falls of materials, sharp objects, splinters
of wood and other hazards. A suitable helmet must have a durable outer shell and a
shock absorbing lining to protect the garment from serious damage. It must also be
fire retardant, resistant to the penetration of solids and be equipped with a special submersible closure.

Protective gloves
The gloves protect the worker’s hands from cuts, abrasions and crushing. For this purpose these
devices must be resistant to punctures or tears and suitable for the work done by the user. In
according to the type of use you can use gloves in leather, knurled latex or rubber.

Safety footwear
Safety shoes are essential PPE in construction.
These shoes have a reinforced toe and a non-slip sole to protect the feet of the
worker from falls, sharp objects and crushes. Safety shoes must be
comfortable, flexible and suitable for the user’s working position. In the case of construction sites, the
safety footwear shall be those falling within categories S1 or S3, according to
type of use and season.

Fall arrest harnesses
Safety harnesses are among the most common devices used on construction sites for
prevent workers from falling from above.
The safety harness is usually worn around the chest and legs
of the user and is connected to a secure anchorage point, such as a parapet or a
anchorage. In the event of a fall, the harness distributes the impact forces evenly over
the whole body of the worker, minimizing the risk of serious injury.
The choice of an appropriate safety harness is based on the particular needs of the work and the
risks specific to the construction site.

Face masks or half masks
Face masks or half masks are used as PPE on construction sites to protect the
workers from dust, hazardous chemicals and other pollutants present
in the air. These devices cover the nose and mouth, filtering the air so that the worker
can breathe safely. Face masks can be especially useful when
work indoors or in the presence of dangerous chemicals, such as paint or
cement. There are several types of face masks, including filter masks, half masks and
full face masks. The choice of the type of face mask depends on the specific needs
of work and the risks present on the construction site.

Goggles
Goggles are another important form of PPE. They protect the eyes of the
worker from splinters, dust, debris and particles that could cause damage to vision. The
Protective goggles should be impact resistant, transparent and adjustable to ensure good
adherence on the face.

Headphones or ear plugs
Headphones or ear plugs protect workers from noise and sound pressure
generated by the machines and electrical instruments used on the construction site. Long exposure
high noise can cause permanent hearing damage, so the use of specific PPE can
reduce the risk of hearing loss. The choice of type of headphones depends on the noise level
present on the construction site and can fall on plastic headphones or foam ear pads or
polyurethane.

To find all the PPE for building you need consult the Zangani 2023 catalog