Four standards leave the EU list on 16 November
Rope grabs, earplugs and two kinds of climbing gear: from 16 November, new products have to meet the newer version of their standard.
The Briefing
Every Monday: what changed in PPE standards, regulation and products around the world – in plain English, with the source linked, for the people who buy PPE.
No. 2 · Week of 2 November
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Great Britain adds hairdresser gloves and new rainwear standard
Hairdresser gloves, a new rainwear standard and an extra year for powered respirators: Great Britain now matches the EU again.
CanadaBritish Columbia: new respirator face-seal rules from 6 November
A mask only protects if it seals on your face. British Columbia is rewriting its rules on exactly that, from 6 November.
AustraliaAustralia switches to new workplace exposure limits on 1 December
Australia updates how much of a chemical workers may breathe in. For some jobs, that means a stronger mask.
SingaporeSingapore makes cooling clothing and heat training mandatory
From 1 December, Singapore's employers must give outdoor workers the right clothing, cool water, ice packs and heat training.
Another sports brand steps into PPE: adidas launches safety shoes
After Puma, Diadora, Reebok, New Balance and Skechers, adidas now makes safety shoes too. On sale in Europe, with two models made for women's feet.
USAMagid cut-resistant pullover: protection beyond the glove
A long-sleeve top that protects your arms from cuts, not just your hands. Here's what to ask before using it in Europe.
Earlier editions
- No. 1 · 27 Oct 2026 – EU adds hairdresser gloves and a new rainwear standard; Powered respirators: one more year for the 1998 standards; If you missed it in June: new helmet and glove baselines
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