All about protective suits "Casper"

The "Casper" suit is a popular type of workwear, the purpose of which is to provide personal protection for personnel during painting and construction work. This PPE model is easy to use, versatile, lightweight and not afraid of mechanical damage. In order to better appreciate all its advantages, it is worthwhile to study in more detail the features of a protective disposable overalls, considering laminated and other types of such overalls.

Suit "Casper" is a one-piece jumpsuit with a hood made of non-woven fabric - spunbond... This type of protective workwear is suitable for the painter and builder, it is quite popular in the food and chemical industry, it is used in the medical industry and archeology, when working outside the field.

Spunbondused for sewing overalls "Casper" is made of synthetic fibers, which prevents the growth of microorganisms on its surface. Even in difficult working conditions, personnel are well protected from any external threats. In addition, the spunbond has other advantages:

• light weight;
• increased mechanical resistance;
• reduced electrical conductivity;
• crease resistance;
• heat resistance.

Sizes and patterns of "Casper" suits focused on not hindering human movements. They can even be worn over winter insulated overalls - the product will also reliably protect against specific dust and dirt, and will not tear when stretched.

The material has a breathable structure, does not create a greenhouse effect, and removes heat evaporated by the skin well. Its density depends on the model and purpose of the protective suit, on average it reaches 15-160 g / m2. Spunbond has no fuzzy inclusions, it is smooth and comfortable to wear.

Main purpose disposable protective overalls - ensuring the safety of personnel. Among the main functions are the following.

1. Protection against exposure to damp environments. Spunbond, especially laminated, does not get wet.
2. Contamination protection. Even when working with oil products and other aggressive chemicals, they do not penetrate deep into the structure of the fibers, they remain on the surface of the PPE.
3. Prolongation of the service life of personnel overalls. By wearing a versatile jumpsuit, it is less prone to abrasion.
4. Elimination of contact of workers with products. This is important in the field of food production, pharmacology.
5. Protects the skin from direct contact with toxic fumes and liquids. In the case of alkalis and acids - only in concentrations up to 40%.
6. Reducing the risk of static electricity build-up on the clothes of employees.
7. Ensuring sanitary and epidemiological safety - it is also guaranteed by the one-time use of the costumes.
8. Protection from contact with potential allergens - dust, fluff, mushroom spores.

They employ exterminators and sanitary doctors, laboratory workers, representatives of the agricultural and mechanical engineering industries. These PPE are recommended for use in car services and in paint shops, as well as when carrying out painting and finishing works indoors and outdoors.

All disposable suits of the "Casper" type made of spunbond produced today can be divided into the following modifications.

• Classic... She is also "Casper-3" - a one-piece jumpsuit with a hood that reveals only the feet and hands. This model has a zip fastener, complemented by a protective strip, elasticated contours of sleeves, trousers and a hood for the most snug fit. The model is fitted, with an elastic band at the waist, there is a pocket inside. The product is made of material with a density of 40 to 60 g / m2, colors - white, blue.

• Laminated... It is a kind of "Casper-3" product with a thin polyethylene film coating. It is used for work in open spaces or in a humid environment, in contact with sprayed substances (during disinfestation, disinfection). Laminated coveralls are not reusable.

• "Casper-1". It is a variant of PPE in the form of a one-piece overalls without a hood. The head is protected separately, with a disposable cap.

• "Casper-2". Version with individually tailored trousers and jacket. There is an elastic band on the belt. The model is considered the most ventilated, easy to use in production.

• "Casper-4"... A suit for difficult operating conditions with a high degree of contamination. Spunbond has a density of 80 g / m2, the cut of the product is one-piece, in the form of a jumpsuit. The color scheme allows you to choose a dark or light option.

• "Casper-5". The product with the highest level of material density - 120 g / m2, resistant to tears and mechanical damage. Available in blue and white.

The size range is indicated by international symbols of the established sample or numbers corresponding to the half-girth of the chest.

When choosing a Casper suit, all possible factors must be taken into account. First of all, it is recommended to purchase only products that certified in the Russian Federation, having individual packaging. In this form, the suit can be stored for up to 5 years: after the expiration date, the preservation of its properties is not guaranteed. That is why you need to carefully check date of release of a batch of products.

When purchasing overalls for staff, you do not have to look for separately male and female models - tailored to suit the convenience of workers of each gender... But the size range will have to be taken into account. Usually it starts with sizes M - 44-46, the maximum is 5XL, which corresponds to a chest circumference of 140 cm.

When choosing a jumpsuit, you need to consider it growth characteristics. They are indicated with a hood, in separate suits - up to the neckline. Options L (170 cm), XL (176 cm) are considered standard.

For special operating conditions and PPE must be appropriate. The higher the density, the lower the risk of accidental rupture or damage to the material.

In order for the "Casper" suit to fully demonstrate its protective properties, it must be properly operated. To put on the jumpsuit, it is recommended that you follow the step-by-step instructions.

1. Take the product out of the packaging. Check its integrity, straighten it.
2. Zip up and open. The clasp should not bite or come loose.
3. Check the pockets of the workwear for any sharp, piercing objects. If this is not done, the suit may be damaged while wearing.
4. Put on removable shoes or protective overshoes on your feet, in which work will be carried out.
5. Put on a jumpsuit on your feet. Gently straighten it to the waist. Pass your arms through the sleeves, protect your head with a hood.
6. ZIP up. Protect hands with appropriate PPE.
7. During work, it is forbidden to fasten the parts of the suit with pins or other sharp objects. Do not leave flammable liquids, lighters, aerosol cans in his pockets.
8. In food and other industries with increased requirements for sanitation and hygiene, protective clothing must be removed before visiting the toilet room.
9. Upon completion of the work, the suit is carefully removed. It is rolled up with the outside inward, placed in a polyethylene wrap.

It is important to remember that, according to the requirements of sanitary and hygienic standards, upon completion of work at the enterprise, personnel should take off disposable suits only in a specially designated room. The used suit is sent to the waste disposal tank. When used at home, the Casper overalls are thrown away and stored separately from household waste. You can put it in a sealed bag. PPE is not reused.

An overview of the protective suit "Casper", see below.