Personal Protective Equipment

Automotive Safety Equipment On Sale At NAPA

Following proper safety practices should be a major focus of every automotive project. Having the right auto safety equipment on hand is easy thanks to your local NAPA Auto Parts store. And NAPAonline sells automotive safety products from popular brands like Forney, Grease Monkey and Milwaukee. Treat yourself to a kneeling mat or adjustable strap-on knee pads designed to absorb the pressure. NAPA also sells back support gear to ensure heavy lifting is done without straining your spine.

The sturdy hard hat is a classic example of personal safety equipment. But comprehensive safety inside an auto body shop also requires breathing protection like dust masks, respiratory masks, respirators and filtered air systems to keep harmful contaminants from reaching your lungs or even nose. Every mechanic should own in a pair of slip-resistant, insulating overboots with rubber soles. And before the sparks start flying, invest in a high-quality tinted face shield, welding helmet and welding bib. And while we are reviewing safety apparel, don't forget about bright yellow or orange safety vests, as well as heavy-duty aprons, capes and sleeve covers.

NAPA network also carries nitrile powder-free disposable gloves that help retain your grip in the greasiest messes, as well as breathable, reinforced, re-useable utility gloves (some are insulated against cold environments, while others incorporate touch-screen-ready fingertips). Loud noises can cause long-lasting hearing damage, so reusable earmuffs or a set of ear plugs are a good choice. And no safety list is complete without protective anti-scratch, anti-fog safety glasses or safety goggles to guard your sensitive eyes from sprays of liquids like oil and solvents, as well as metal and paint chips casted off from grinders, sanders and other rotary tools. Safety glasses are available in many styles and size, so stock up on several pairs so you always have the right set for the job.

Be Prepared For Any Emergency With An Automotive Safety Kit

When an accident happens, you must have the proper shop safety equipment to put out a fire or clean up a spill, as well as first aid supplies to clean and treat any injuries or wounds. A professional eyewash station and a well-stocked car safety kit can be life savers. To prevent spills from spreading, so they do not cause an accident or erode surfaces in your garage, invest in a fluid spill matt, a roll of disposable safety absorbent pads or a fluid spill containment pool, along with fluid spill absorbent like diatomaceous earth or montmorillonite clay.

Speaking of safety kits for cars, it is important to have safe automotive tools when servicing hybrid and electric vehicles. Modern EVs emit high voltages and amperages, so it is critical that mechanics use insulated safety gloves designed to handle high voltage. And any modern repair shop must have an electrical rescue hook. In the unfortunate event of a technician suffering an accident while working on an electrical component, the insulated rescue hook allows the victim to be pulled away from the electrical source without endangering the rescuer. This also means that a technician should never work on a hybrid or electric vehicle if they are alone in the shop.

Last but not least, make sure you have multiple fire extinguishers that are easy to access in the garage or work station. The NAPA experts recommend a multipurpose extinguisher that is a high-performance unit for both common combustible and flammable liquid fires. Besides the many fire extinguishers NAPA Auto Parts sells for commercial shops and businesses, NAPAonline also sells the FireAde, a water-based, non-corrosive personal fire extinguisher. FireAde offers push-button ease of use in case of fire, and is effective with multiple uses until empty.