Adapting to a new normal
There is no doubt that the recent pandemic has had a big impact on organisations around the globe. As restrictions ease and life returns to a ‘new normal’, now more than ever safety will play an important role in enabling teams to operate efficiently and effectively.
While the world of work may never be exactly the same again, a crisis can be a trigger for positive change. As we return with a renewed sense of appreciation and vigilance, never has embedding a culture of safety been more important within the workplace.
Head and face protection will now be required in almost every industry. Workers in all situations need to be focused on their task, confident in their PPE and assured they can get on with their job, safely.
Integrated head and face protection
Adil Afzal, Customer Marketing Manager, MSA Safety Middle East, comments:
“With increased safety requirements going forward post COVID-19, integrated head and face protection can help improve worker safety, for those working alongside colleagues or needing job site intel while working remotely. Full face visors, tested and approved with a safety helmet, will help provide reliable protection and full compliance with safety standards.
V-Gard® 950 – a fully integrated solution
The V-Gard® 950 is one of the most compact, light and comfortable safety helmets around. It was developed by end-users, for end-users – in partnership with 250 companies, and tested by more than 600 individuals across 300 organisations. With a modern, sportive style, many customizable options and the best face coverage on the market, this safety solution offers full head and face protection, comfortable enough for all day wear.
Some key features and benefits include:
- Balanced and lightweight (lightest helmet of its category on the market)
- Low profile: patented visor mechanism minimising helmet shell size
- Standard 4-point chinstrap for better helmet retention
- Fas-Trac® III 6-point ratchet suspension for the highest comfort (polyester head straps, low sitting nape strap, large sweatband, and three wearing heights)
- Compatible with helmet-mounted ear defenders
- Six colours available
- Standard protective reusable storage bag
The V-Gard® 950 is approved to the following standards:
- EN397
- EN50365
- EN166 + GS-ET-29 Class 1
Adil concludes: “There is a lot to consider when it comes to safety, especially in the current climate. At MSA it is our mission to keep people safe at work and send them home to their families at the end of each day. We support our customers and partners in understanding their complex safety needs and providing simple and effective solutions.
Webinar topics
The “Unique Head & Face Protection for the New Normal” webinar will explore:
- Impacts of the recent pandemic
- What the ‘new normal’ will look like
- Key standards and legislation you need to be aware of
- MSA Safety solutions for keeping your workers safe and protected
“The webinar on the 9th July (12:30 South Africa | 13:30 Moscow | 13:30 KSA | 14:30 UAE) will give a unique insight into working life as we adapt to this new normal, and we’ll provide advice and guidance on choosing the best head and face protection. We look forward to welcoming our industry peers and sharing experiences.”