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Modern researchers and experts conclude that wearing a face mask lowers the spread of the COVID-19 virus. When someone with the virus wears a face mask the chances of sharing it with someone else reduce. Wearing a face mask also protects them from someone affected by the COVID-19 virus. Therefore, it can be concluded that wearing a face mask will offer protection to them and themselves around them. Though all face masks are not the same, it is highly necessary to know which one offers...

The spread of COVID-19 can be restricted by wearing a face mask, along with a combination of various precautions such as washing hands frequently and social distancing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests wearing a face mask while being in public settings. However, several misinformation has spread through online mediums regarding the use of face masks. In this article, Mallcom will be debunking some myths about face masks. Myth 1: Not to wear a mask if not sick&...

After the invasion of COVID-19, N95 masks have become one of the most important protective gear. Experts in health and well-being have continuously recommended N95 and FFP2 masks for being ideal against the COVID-19 virus and are considered effective against airborne droplets and particles. The FFP2 and N95 masks are certified as compared to surgical masks and ordinary cloth because of their design to fit very close to the face and are effective in filtering out maximum airborne particles. Fak...

Wool has been the go-to fiber for cold protection during winters since ancient times. Gloves help the most crucial motor organ, which is the hand and the palms and fingers to not only function smoothly in the most hostile working environments, but more importantly, gloves must be treated as a crucial safety garment. glove applications Winter gloves have heavy applications in the temperate regions of the earth. However, in industries, these gloves have applications like fisheries, cold sto...

As the World braces for another rapidly advancing mutating version of COVID-19, face masks are being used to reduce the chance of spreading or capturing COVID-19 once again.  To limit the spread of the virus as much as possible, countries across the world are advising their citizens to consider making mask use mandatory both outdoors and indoors. As the world starts enforcing limited lockdowns it's important to understand the differences between various types of face masks. Three types of...

Personal Protective Equipment, vernacularly known as PPE, is a term they have all come across several times amidst the global pandemic. From the shortage of PPE kits to countries ramping up the manufacturing process, are some of the only topics that made headlines most of 2020 and through the latter 2021. In between all this, the cardinal question of “What is PPE?” comes to mind. From being used by beekeepers as reported in ancient literature, to 16th-century plague doctors in Europ...

Personal Protective Equipment, vernacularly known as PPE, is a term users have all come across several times amidst the global pandemic. From the shortage of PPE kits to countries ramping up the manufacturing process, are some of the only topics that made headlines most of 2020 and through the latter 2021. In between all this, the cardinal question of 'What is PPE?', comes to mind. Personal Protective Equipment From being used by beekeepers as reported in ancient literature, to 16th-century p...

Every single task at the industrial site, or for that matter, anywhere else is done with hands. One small mistake of not paying attention to hand protection could lead to a lifetime regret. Every industry takes basic safety precautions for its workers. But sometimes, the workforce needs more than just the basics. Protective gloves are an essential part of the personal protective kit. The type of gloves may differ depending on the type of industry you are operating, but not wearing any gloves sh...

Safety for industrial workers is one thing that cannot be ignored or taken lightly. It is not just about the right workforce policy that every industry should adopt, but also about the rights of every worker. Hand injuries at the workplace can be due to many reasons, including working with chemicals, sharp objects, flammable articles, etc. Therefore, it is important to choose the right gloves for complete hand protection.  The first and foremost point to...

For the workforce, working at industrial sites or work that involves risks of major or minor hand injuries, protective gloves are the most basic and necessary equipment to be included in their PPE kit. Hand protective gloves can be of different types, suitable for different work. Some are best for work that involves exposure to harmful chemicals and sharp surfaces, while others resist punctures and make it suitable to work in extreme temperatures.  While every workforce requirement ma...

Safety helmets are essential in almost all industries. Be it mining, construction, forestry, or any other sector, a safety helmet is one of the most important parts of the personal protective kit for the workforce. Over the years, with the progress in technology, hard hats have become more advanced and provide better protection. However, not all types of safety helmets are suitable for every job. safety helmets Different types of safety helmets have different properties. And it is important t...

The importance of wearing a safety helmet should not be neglected, especially if working on a construction site, mining industry or anywhere that involves heavy machinery and objects. Safety helmets are designed to protect head from any fatal injuries, like shock impacts, electric exposure, anything heavy falling on head, untoward impacts, etc.  According to the numbers, the most common causes of head injuries are heavy or sharp objects falling on head. The consequences of such injuries ma...

Working at an industrial site involves its dangers and one of the major risks is head injury. The human brain is very fragile and is most susceptible to being affected by shock, bumps, or any other head injury. In fact, according to the research, head injuries seem to be one of the major causes of fatal accidents on industrial sites. Whether it is a construction site, where users are hanging 50 ft above the ground, or a mining site, where users are 50ft below the ground, protecting the head is...

Recently launched the new range of designer surgical face masks which are BIS Class 2 certified, that offer the highest level of protection. Available in a wide range of assorted and solid colors, the designer surgical masks come with several features. Here are some of its salient features. Salient Features of Mallcom’s Designer Surgical Face Masks  BIS Class 2 Certified  Designer surgical face masks are BIS Class 2 certified. As per BIS 16289 standard Class 2 is giv...

Quality of a product is often a measure of its efficacy i.e. its ability to meet the desired output. However, due to the lack of quality standards by regulatory authorities, it might be difficult to assess the quality of certain products. That is not the case with PPEs. Being in the business of manufacturing products that protect, Mallcom follows all required safety standards and products go through several quality checks to ensure workers are protected no matter what.  This commitment to...

Work-related eye injuries are a very common occurrence at several workplaces, leading to consequences that can range from minor injuries to severe vision impairment. However, 90% of such injuries can be prevented by ensuring the workers are provided and are wearing proper eye protection gear.   eye protective equipment “Grinding and welding are the two most common tasks resulting in an eye injury, according to a 2008 report from Safe Work Australia (SWA). In the case of grindi...

Shoes are a necessity. They have a very important purpose to serve in daily life: provide comfort to feet, while protecting them from outside elements, especially while working amidst hazardous working conditions. And those flashy sports shoes or the casual pair of short or long boots can’t offer the required features.  Safety shoes Safety shoes are specially designed to protect the wearer’s feet from all kinds of workplace hazards '25% of disability applications worldwide a...

Rainwear is a category of PPE that is as important as others. However, this category has often been put on the back burner in favor of other categories, namely safety shoes, gloves, eye & ear protection, etc. Why? Simply because rain isn’t an everyday thing. But businesses must understand that they can’t just discount the need for rainwear, simply due to the occasional nature of rain. If it rains and the need for rainwear pertains, they must have the ‘right’ PPE at t...

“Nitrile gloves witnessed a CAGR of US$ 7.162 billion in sales in the year 2018. The large application scope of the medical, dental, healthcare, food processing, and pharmaceutical industries has positively influenced demand for Nitrile Gloves." "Hand protection equipment alone had the largest share of the total PPE demand growing at a CAGR of 6.4% over the forecast period." hand safety Over the last few years, hand safety at the workplace has become a rising concern. According to a re...

Getting wet in the rain is one of the worst feelings. But what’s worse is having to work while it’s pouring. The cold & damp weather, the drenched feeling, the boots soaking wet throughout the day, poor visibility, and the slipping tools due to poor grip, all make the entire experience not only difficult but also hazardous. How does it impact a business? Rain can pose a serious risk to the overall health and well-being of workers, eventually impacting the business. For instanc...

Safety shoes are an essential component of every workplace. From protecting the feet of workers from unwanted slip & fall hazards to providing an extra level of support while standing, the PPEs protect workers’ feet from various life-threatening hazards they are constantly exposed. 'According to the US Department of Labor, 666 workplace injuries are associated with slips, falls, and trips. Injuries involving strains and falls are also among the major causes of missing work.'  sa...

Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, and outdoor workers who naturally spend more time outside, working in the sun, are the biggest victims. They are at greater risk of getting exposed to UV radiation and developing skin cancers. That said, sun safety is often neglected in the workplace, especially by construction companies. If proper sun safety precautions aren’t followed, workers can suffer from serious health issues.  Therefore, with the sun right on the horizon...

Mallcom – India’s pioneering PPE product manufacturer, distributor, and seller, is gearing up to participate in North America’s biggest workplace safety expo – NSC Congress & Expo 2019. The Expo is organized by NSC, a century-old non-profit organization, the continent’s pioneering safety advocate, with a mission to eliminate preventable hazards and ensure the highest safety at work. So, while the people from the management team were preparing for this grand eve...

Personal protective equipment or PPE refers to safety equipment that is used at workplaces. The primary purpose of PPE is to protect individuals wearing it from all sorts of minor or major accidents and injuries. This kind of protective equipment is not only useful at workplaces, sporting activities, and other incidents that can harm the body can be avoided using PPE.    How does PPE work? Various forms of protective equipment include skin protectors, eye protectors, hearing pr...

Being a security guard is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. They have to protect the employer, and the property they are hired to guard, and also ensure their safety as well. They are constantly at risk of sustaining serious injuries due to natural disasters (floods, earthquakes, and tornados), environmental conditions (extreme temperatures, high humidity, heavy rains, and lightning), and internationally approved acts of destruction (theft, vandalism, and arson). harmful environment...

The construction industry in India is the second largest contributor to the nation’s economy, providing 308 billion rupees to the GDP. It also provides employment to 16%, i.e., 35 million of India’s working population. But still, the industry is not operating at full potential. What hinders productivity is the looming threat of safety hazards. Thirty-eight lives are lost in the construction industry every day. Increase in the attrition rate Surprisingly, of the workforce employed...

Safety works as a buffer between a biotech lab and the open environment surrounding it. Working at Biotechnology labs comes with greater levels of uncertainty. From volatile chemicals to hostile workplaces, employees are highly vulnerable to various biochemical hazards arising from laboratory experiments.  The process and separation from the environment are costly. Any contamination may lead to a major man-hour loss or even death. Therefore, brave people who work in such a high-stress envi...

A health and safety committee can play a pivotal role in ensuring optimal working conditions on the job. The committee acts as a platform for the workers and management teams to work together in identifying and evaluating potential hazards at the workplace and coming up with solutions by working together. It is equally important to have members of this committee from every department or facility to ensure multiple points of view, recognize safety concerns in every facility, and have a ripple ef...

The cement industry is the building block of the nation’s construction industry. It is almost impossible for construction projects to take place without using cement somewhere in the design. The workers working in the cement industry must possess the necessary knowledge of how to keep them safe and protected while working on a construction site. Cement workers are exposed to the usage of cement, plasters, adhesives, roofing sheets, pipe lagging, pipe boxing, boiler housings, paints, and b...