The Food Production & Processing Sector in the UK is a vast industry within the UK. Whether it be transforming raw agricultural commodities into consumable food products, or processing and packaging the items that end up on supermarket shelves, it is an essential component of our economy and one of the key foundations of society. We need this food to live!

 

Safety and hygiene in this sector are of utmost importance, and this is where PPE comes in. Workers typically use a variety of PPE including hairnets, safety goggles, gloves, aprons, safety shoes, and dust masks where appropriate.

 

So why is PPE so crucial in food processing? In short, PPE is a critical factor in ensuring the safety and quality of the food we eat every day. It serves a dual purpose - protecting workers from hazards such as cuts, burns, or slips, and maintaining high standards of food hygiene by preventing cross-contamination.

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Beverage processing

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The Beverage Processing Sector in the UK encompasses the production and bottling of a vast array of drinks - from soft drinks and juices to beers, wines, and spirits. We Brits do like a drink, and thus it is an indispensable part of our economy, quenching our thirst every day (and night)!

 

Safety and Hygiene are two factors that are crucial in maintaining a steady supply of these products from the production facilities, to supermarket shelves. Workers typically use safety goggles, gloves, aprons, safety shoes, hairnets, and where necessary, respiratory masks.

 

But why is PPE so important in beverage processing? Firstly, it protects workers from potential hazards such as spills and splashes. Secondly, PPE ensures the drinks we enjoy are produced in a clean, hygienic environment, preventing contamination.

 

At DTS Protect, we're committed to supporting the Beverage Processing Sector with superior PPE, maintaining the health and safety of workers. We value the quality of PPE workers wear that in turn contributes to the quality of the beverages we consume.