Inclusive PPE is a catalyst for safer, fairer and more productive working environments
As industries evolve, so do the needs of the people who power them, and traditional PPE often fails to meet the diverse requirements of today’s workforce.
Join BSI, ConstructAbility founder Meg Ginsberg, and Bailey Smith, a Disabled, Neurodivergent wheelchair using Sustainability Manager specialising in environmental and social impact in construction, for an eye-opening session exploring how BS 30417 – Provision of Inclusive PPE: Guide is helping organizations remove barriers faced by disabled professionals across construction, manufacturing, healthcare, emergency services and beyond.
You’ll hear first-hand how inclusive design transforms not only equipment, but confidence, dignity and safety at work—and how you can make practical changes that deliver immediate impact for your teams and your organization.
Whether you’re shaping policy, selecting PPE, managing teams, or driving inclusion, this webinar gives you the tools, clarity and confidence to embed accessible PPE into your operations.
Webinar details
- Date: Thursday 26 March 2026
- Time: 10.00 – 11.00 (GMT)
- Location: Online
Event timings:
- 10:00–10:15 – Introduction and Welcome
Sara Gibbs, Standards Development Manager, BSI - 10:15–10:35 – Panel Discussion: Voices of Experience – Redefining Protection and Its Impact on PPE
Meg Ginsberg, Assistant Project Manager, AtkinsRéalis, Bailey Smith, Sustainability Manager, Laing O’Rourke and Sara Gibbs, Standards Development Manager, BSI - 10:35–10:55 – Q&A Roundtable Discussion
All speakers, moderated by Sara Gibbs, Standards Development Manager, BSI - 10:55–11:00 – Closing Remarks, Sara Gibbs, BSI
Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of safety and inclusion in your organization. By understanding and applying BS 30417, you’re not only improving PPE provision but empowering individuals, strengthening teams and leading real change.
What this webinar will cover:
In this free session, you'll learn how to:
- Understand the intent, structure and application of BS 30417, and why it matters for your organization.
- Identify the risks and consequences of ill‑fitting or inaccessible PPE.
- Apply inclusive design principles to your PPE selection and procurement processes.
- Overcome common challenges faced by disabled PPE users.
- Implement practical, actionable steps to improve PPE accessibility in your workplace.
- Advocate effectively for inclusive safety measures across teams and leadership.
- Contribute to a more equitable, dignified culture by ensuring protection that supports every individual.
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