Welding Glass Explained: Shade Numbers, Clear Cover Lenses and When to Replace Them
The dark filter and the clear cover lens in front of it do two different jobs, and wear out at very different rates.
Welding Shields and Welding Goggles: Matching PPE to Arc vs Gas Welding
Arc welding and gas welding put different demands on eye protection. A shield and goggles aren't interchangeable.
PPE Suppliers in Kenya: Your Essential Guide
Find reliable PPE suppliers in Kenya with this essential guide. It highlights top options, key considerations, and how to choose the best for safety needs.
Auto-Darkening Welding Helmets Explained: Shade Range, Switch Speed and Solar Power
An auto-darkening helmet costs more than a standard one. Here's exactly what that extra cost buys, and when it's worth it.
Welding Helmets in Kenya: Fixed-Shade, Flip-Front and Auto-Darkening Compared
Not every welding job needs the same head protection. Four helmet types compared, from standard flip-front to solar auto-darkening.
Suspension Trauma: The Fall-Arrest Risk Most Harness Buyers Don’t Know About
A harness that arrests a fall has done its job. What happens in the minutes after, while waiting for rescue, is a separate real risk.
What Kenyan Law Actually Requires for Fall Protection PPE
The OSH Act sets a general duty to provide suitable protective equipment. The EN standards on the gear itself define what suitable means.
Ready-Made Height Safety Kits: Tower, Rescue and Facade Kits Compared
Sourcing harness, rope and connectors separately risks mismatched parts. Three ready-made kits, each built for a specific height-work job.
Rope Access Equipment: Ascenders, Descenders and Rope Grabs Explained
Going up, coming down, and staying attached while you move are three different jobs, each with its own device and rope diameter.
Fall Arrest vs Restraint Lanyards: What’s the Difference in Kenya
Two lanyards can look identical and be built for completely different situations. The energy absorber is what separates EN 354 from EN 355.
