COVERALLS

When Do I use Disposable Coverall?

Coveralls are designed to protect workers from hazardous substances or sensitive products or processes from contamination by people.

They are typically used depending on chemical toxicity and hazardous exposure conditions for protection against inorganic as well as small solid particles.

What are disposable coveralls used for?

Disposable coveralls are part of personal protective equipment (PPE). They can be used to cover your entire body, as well as other clothing, to protect you from dirt and other contaminants. Coveralls can be one-piece and loosely fitted. They often have sleeves, full leggings, and a hood that covers the head.

What are the standards and regulations for disposable coveralls?

The purpose of the disposable coverall is to protect individuals from the chemical, physical and biological hazards that may be encountered during the handling of hazardous substances.   During the pandemic outbreak, healthcare works are working in situations where unseen pathogens can come from any direction.  Because it typically provides users with 360 degrees of protection, the coverall can provide a higher-level safety guard comparing with medical gowns.    To keep in mind, the user of protective clothing must be aware that no single protective clothing can protect you from all hazards.  Therefore, protective clothing should be combined with other protective methods. Generally, the higher the level of chemical protective clothing, the greater the associated risk.

United States Coverall Ratings

In the United States, there are no specific testing standards for coverall suit itself; however, there are 4 levels of situational standards that must be followed when using PPE.

  • Level A – required when you are working in the most hazardous environment and your skin, eyes, and respiratory need extra protection.
  • Level B – needed at the highest level of respiratory protection and skin protection need at a lesser level. It is included hazardous in waste sites, vapors, or gas.
  • Level C – needed when the concentration and airborne constituents are involved and need air-purifying respirators.
  • Level D – need minimum protection and hazards level of work

European Coverall Ratings

EN ISO 13688 defines the requirements for a coverall.  It specifies general performance requirements for ergonomics, innocuousness, size designation, aging, compatibility, and marking of protective clothing and the information to be supplied by the manufacturer with the protective clothing.  The regulation further specifies the coveralls into 6 types of suits.

  • Type 1: Gas Tight Suits (EN 943 part 1)
  • Protects against liquid and gaseous chemicals. More or less equivalent to US level A.
  • Type 1a: Self-contained breathing apparatus wore on the inside.
  • Type 1b:Self-contained breathing apparatus worn on the outside.
  • Type 1c:Air supply via a compressed-air hose system.
  • Type 2: Non-gas Tight Suits (EN 943 part 1)
  • Protects against liquid and gaseous chemicals. More or less equivalent to US level B.
  • Type 3: Liquid Tight Suits. (EN 14605)
  • Protects against liquid chemicals for a limited period.
  • Type 4: Spray Tight Suits (EN 14605)
  • Protects against liquid chemicals for a limited period. More or less equivalent to US level C.
  • Type 5: Particulate suits (EN ISO 13982-1)
  • Protects against airborne dry particulates for a limited period.
  • Type 6: Reduced Spray Tight Suits (EN 13034)
  • Protects against a light spray of liquid chemicals. More or less equivalent to US level D.

What Are the Main Differences Between Isolation Gown And Coverall?

During a pandemic, Isolation gowns & coverall are commonly worn by medical staff for diagnostic tests, safety screening, and other types of medical assessments.  Selecting the applicable and qualified PPE is important for the safety of all medical staff, especially in quarantine facilities.

Medical gowns offer front-end coverage.  The mid-calf and your back are left open.  The backside openings are there to aid in enhancing comfort. 

Coveralls are tailored to provide the coverage of the entire body, making them ideal for frontline medical practitioners who face the frequent thread from a disease.  Moreover, coveralls joints and closures are vital as they enhance your attire’s effectiveness and toughness.

Ultimately, choosing the right kind of PPE is important for work safety. The safety managers should guide the medical team members on selecting the right kinds of protective gear.   The manufactures should provide the datasheet on the product to ensure the product meets the products’ intended specifications.

Taped VS Non-taped Coveralls?

Taped seams improve protection versus coveralls made with ultrasonic, non-taped seams.  Ultrasonic seams are tested up to ASTM level 4 testing, which includes water resistance, ASTM F1670 & F1671 which tests for blood and viral penetration.  Therefore, provide a fantastic barrier of protection, and are the more economical, lighter option.

Taped seams are heat sealed on top of surged or sewn seams, which are waterproof and be chemical resistant. In order for a garment to be 100% waterproof, the seam holes from the stitching need to be covered so no water can leak through the seams. In the process a machine melts tape over the seams to seal them, these are taped seams.  Taping also makes the seams physically stronger.

 

Can I use this in the dental office?

I don't think you need one for the dental office, however, yes, it does a good job in keeping the dust off.

How many pieces are in a bag?

Thank you for your question. There is 1 pc/plastic bag.

What would be the correct size for me?

Unisex size is generally 2XL on the size chart and what we normally have in stock. Will normally fit anyone from 5ft 6in to 6ft 6in.

Could you dye this suit for a Halloween costume?

Not sure how well it would absorb the dye since it isn't made of cloth but rather a heavy duty paper product. You could try it though.

Is the level 4 Coverall suit waterproof?

Thank you for your question. The material is made of PPSB laminated PE, which is perfectly waterproof and resistant to blood as well as certain hazardous substances.

Can I wear it for a long flight?

Yes, you can wear on a plane and while traveling to protect the user from bacteria and viruses, while remaining comfortable.