Inclusive PPE for all: Protection, comfort, and accessibility for every worker
Every worker deserves Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that fits properly, provides the protection they need, and allows them to do their job safely and comfortably. Yet, for far too long, PPE has been provided in generic sizing, failing to accommodate a diverse workforce.
That’s where BS 30417: 2025 – Provision of Inclusive PPE – Guide comes in. This pioneering new standard provides a framework to help employers, employees, procurement teams, and health & safety professionals ensure that PPE:
- Provides the expected protection and safety for everyone who needs it.
- Fits every worker, regardless of gender, disability, or cultural considerations.
- Is selected and procured with inclusivity in mind.
This standard is not just about compliance, but about creating workplaces where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to perform at their best.
What's included in BS 30417?
BS 30417 aims to promote accessibility and inclusivity in PPE provision, focusing on the safety, health and wellbeing of all individuals. The standard includes:
- Terms and definitions
- Guidance for the selection, purchasing, maintenance, inspection and replacement of inclusive PPE
- Best practice for the fitting and adjustment of PPE
- Processes for documentation, record keeping and feedback to ensure continued safety and effectiveness
- How to raise awareness and adoption of inclusive PPE in workplaces
This British Standard is applicable to organizations and individuals involved in the purchasing, provision and use of inclusive PPE across all working environments. It addresses the needs of all users, promoting equitable access to safety equipment in the workplace.
Learn more about the standard in the webinar below.
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BS 30417 is due to launch in September 2025. Complete the form to be the first to know about updates, events, and the publication of the standard.
