Do your female staff have the proper PPE to carry out their job safely?

A recent report by RS Health and Safety has found there is a gender gap when it comes to PPE.

PPE or Personal Protective Equipment is a crucial consideration when it comes to your employee’s safety and wellbeing at work. 

The 2024 survey was completed by 891 (71% male) people working in health and safety roles in the UK and Ireland, from a variety of sectors. Business size ranged from 10,000 employees to fewer than 49. 

The report found that up to 40% of the employees that required PPE for their job were women, yet only 1% said that gender was an important factor when buying kit. 

The report found that PPE needs to be more inclusive in terms of size, fit and suitability for female workers. 

If you would like advice on how to assess for and procure inclusive PPE, speak to us today.