Safety isn’t just a box to check—for finishers, it means making sure that your hard-working crew has the best protective gear working hard to keep them safe from the hazardous materials that are so common in our line of work.
Here at Accessa Marketplace Solutions we don’t just stock coatings, abrasives, and equipment—we also stock the gear you need to keep your crew safe on the job. Here are two of our favorite products that keep the AMS crew protected, and one tip to help you make safety an ongoing priority for your finishing business.
Invest in High-Quality Respirators
Call us crazy, but we think being able to breathe is pretty important. That’s not always a given for finishers, given the harmful fumes and particles that come with the job. Whether you’re applying paints, stains, or protective coatings, finishing crews get exposed to volatile organic compounds just about every day—and those can add up to serious respiratory problems over time.
Want your crew to breathe easier? High-quality respirators are a must-have, and Accessa Marketplace Solutions has you covered. Our go-to is the DeMask Respirator Mask, and here’s why:
- It’s OV/N95 and NIOSH-certified. That means the DeMask Respirator Mask has 95% efficiency against most organic vapors so your crew’s lungs are protected from the harmful stuff floating in the air when on the job.
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It’s got two layers of protection. We’re no mathematicians, but two is better than one in our book. DeMask Respirator Mask has two levels of filtration with replaceable cartridges and pre-filters. That’s twice the protection in one convenient package.
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It’s built for maximum breathability. One thing we love about the DeMask Respirator Mask is that it has large valves for maximum airflow, both on inhale and on exhale. Easier breathing makes this one an easy pick.
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Best of all, it’s comfortable! We get it: masks aren’t always fun to wear for hours on end. Thankfully, DeMask Respirator Mark is adjustable and engineered with a rolled sealing flange for superior comfort and a better fit. You’ll hardly notice it’s there while you get the job done.
When you want the best protection with the most breathability, there’s no better choice than DeMask—and it’s available now on Accessa Marketplace Solutions.
Stock Up on Industrial-Grade Nitrile Gloves
It’s not just airborne contaminants that make finishing jobs risky business for your crew’s health.Skin exposure to the harsh chemicals we all use on the job can lead to irritation, burns, and even long-term health conditions.
For our money, there’s no better way to protect your crew’s hands than using nitrile gloves. Our pick is Gloveworks by Ammex, and here’s why it’s not even close:
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They’re three times stronger than latex. Regular latex gloves are cheap, and we don’t just mean price-wise. These industrial nitrile gloves have three times the puncture resistance of latex and superior chemical resistance for ultimate protection on the jobsite.
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They’ve got great grip. The days of dropping your spray gun are over. Gloveworks nitrile gloves are micro-roughened with textured fingertips that enhance grip.
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it for everyone. Choose from medium, large, and extra large to fit crews of all shapes and sizes. They’re also available in 5 mil and 8 mil thickness to handle the toughest of jobs.
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They’re touchscreen compatible. Here’s a nice perk: using your phone on the jobsit
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e is inevitable, paint stains be darned. Gloveworks nitrile gloves let you hammer away at that touchscreen without taking them off, making it quicker to answer a quick text before getting back to the job at hand.
Clean, safe hands are the hallmark of any professional finishing operation, and there’s no easier way to protect your crew’s hands than stocking up on Gloveworks nitrile gloves from Accessa Marketplace Solutions.
Set a Day for Safety
Here’s a pro tip to make sure your crew has the best protection on a daily basis: toss a recurring meeting on your calendar to test the fit of everyone’s safety equipment.
This doesn’t need to be an all-day affair. Here are some things you can check in 30 minutes or so:
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Check for respirator fit. If the respirator isn’t fitting correctly, it might not provide the best filtration and could expose your crew to hazardous airborne materials. This one’s pretty easy to check for, just make sure the respirator fits flush against the skin.
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Check for respirator comfort. This one’s a bit more subjective, but there’s an easy fix for someone who thinks their respirator is uncomfortable! The DeMask Respirator Mask is fully adjustable, to show your crew how to tweak their respirator for better comfort.
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Check for expired respirator cartridges and filters. Respirator cartridges and pre-filters don’t last forever. Their lifespan depends on how much wear and tear they’re exposed to on the daily, so check the manufacturer’s recommendations to keep your crew’s lungs protected.
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Check for glove fit. If someone’s hands are swimming in their gloves—or getting squeezed—it’s a surefire sign that they’ve got the wrong size. Be sure to pick up an assortment of Gloveworks nitrile gloves in medium, large, and extra-large to fit hands of every size.
Stay Safe. Stay Successful.
Investing in safety doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Your crew puts their health on the line every day—and Accessa Marketplace Solutions makes it easier than ever to go to bat for them with our collection of trusted safety supplies. Check them out today and make safety a priority.
