09/09/2026
Comfort is often the difference between PPE being worn correctly or being ignored.
Workers standing or walking for extended periods are considerably less likely to comply with footwear or clothing requirements if that equipment causes discomfort. This applies right across the board, from protective aprons and coveralls to gloves and eyewear used throughout a shift.
Explore how comfort and compliance connect across the full range of safety wear for food industry workers:
https://arksafety.ie/food-processing-manufacturing/essential-safety-wear-for-food-industry-workers-in-ireland