
The Case for Safety Podcast Fixing the Fit of Personal Protective Equipment to Improve Women’s Safety
Nov 26, 2023
Exploring the challenges faced by women in getting properly fitting PPE, the podcast discusses the importance of tailored designs based on gender-specific measurements to ensure safety. It emphasizes the need for manufacturers to audit their offerings and for purchasers to demand appropriate equipment for women workers in high hazard industries.
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1 2 3 4 5
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Improving Fit and Recognition of Women's PPE Needs
01:34 • 12min
Enhancing Women's Safety Through Properly Fitting PPE
13:51 • 3min
Addressing Anthropometric Differences in Personal Protective Equipment
17:12 • 4min
Ensuring Properly Fitting PPE for Women Workers
21:23 • 9min
