APA® - Disposable Apparel

Liberty Glove and Safety offers APA® AllGard Protective Apparel. Our disposable PPE offers excellent barrier protection with a great fit, breathability and is designed to deliver confidence without compromising safety.

Why is disposable safety apparel necessary?

OSHA explains that disposable protective clothing is essential where clothing might be contaminated with potentially dangerous liquids or airborne items that make using them more than once a hazard.

OSHA encourages the use of disposable safety apparel as long as it provides the required level of protection for the wearer.

Disposable gloves and coveralls can be used and then thrown away. This saves time cleaning and protects against contamination.

Disposable PPE is also very convenient and suited for occasional use, and because it’s disposable you don’t have to worry about damaging or dirtying it.

The main benefits of disposable safety apparel include:

Reduce risks of contamination spreading after working in hazardous environments
Generally more cost effective and durable for short term PPE use
Throw away the disposable PPE after use
Easy to keep a large stock of disposable PPE to provide to guests and site visitors

When is Disposable Safety Apparel Needed?

Pathogen Control

Workers who come in contact with bacteria, viruses or other pathogens that cause illness, are often required to wear disposable safety apparel.

The material used in this type of disposable gear has been tested to block the transmission of these pathogens. The CDC measures penetration resistance of bodily fluids like blood and airborne secretions through standard testing methods ASTM F1670 and ISO 16603

Disposable safety apparel that is used in healthcare must follow FDA regulations. This includes masks and respirators too.

Chemicals and Materials

Skin or respiratory irritants pose a significant threat to those workers who come in contact with them regularly. Companies that use them must provide protection for their employees.

In each case, the worker needs to consider the specific chemical and level of exposure. It's recommended to refer to the OSHA Level of Protection which divides PPE four categories based on the degree of protection afforded.

Environmental Hazards

Many workers face environmental hazards as a part of their job. These include:

Dust, airborne fibers, or irritating gases
Heat stress or extreme cold
Human waste or unsanitary conditions
Loud noise or bright lights
Repetitive motions
Confined spaces
Energized circuits

For workers that may be exposed to these types of hazardous conditions, especially on a regular basis, it's critical to ensure they have the disposable safety workwear they need to avoid health risks.

H2: What type of disposable safety apparel is available?

At Liberty glove and Safety, you can select from a wide assortment of affordable, disposable safety apparel made by the APA® brand including coveralls, hooded protective suits, accessories, and more. From medical care workers to general cleaning, you’ll find protective workwear for any work environment.

PlusGard™ is exclusively developed by our research and development team to promote excellent breathability, durable abrasion resistance, and high-level protection against blood borne pathogen penetration.

PureGard™ is an economical alternative for excellent splash protection against light non-hazardous liquids.

PermaGard™ is a general purpose protective clothing that can be used in any non-hazardous application to protect against dirt, light liquid splashes, and particles.

ProGard™ is made with a durable material that provides non-hazardous particulate protection while offering excellent breathability

PolyGard™ is the most economical solution for general applications.

What type of material is used to make it disposable?

WARNING: There are certain applications, chemicals, and environments which AIIGard™ Protective Apparel are not suitable for. It is always the responsibility of the user to determine risk, review and understand available data to assess the appropriate use of the apparel for a particular application, and perform “on-site” testing before putting the product to actual use. The manufacturer, distributor, and sales representative do not accept responsibility for the user’s choice of product against any particular risk.

CAUTION: These products are not intended for fire protection. Avoid open flames, sparks, and intense heat.

WARRANTY / LIMITATION OF DAMAGES: Since the condition of use is beyond the scope and control of AIIGard™ Protective Apparel Company, APA makes no further warranties of any kind, expressed or implied, oral or written, including, without limitations, no warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. The sole and exclusive remedy for users and purchasers for any and all claims, injuries, losses, or damages arising from APA Apparel and accessories found to contain a manufacturing defect upon inspection by APA shall not exceed the purchase price of the product. In addition, in no event shall APA be liable for any special, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages arising from breach of contract, tort, warranty, manufacturing defect, or any other cause that exceeds the purchase price of the product. Claims must be received by APA within 90 days of the date the apparel or accessory was shipped to the user or purchaser to be considered for remedy. Warranty, at APA’s sole discretion, may be in the form of replacement, refund, or repair of the product.

PlusGard™, PermaGard™, ProGard™, PureGard™, and PolyGard™ are trademarks of AIIGard™ Protective Apparel.

How do I judge comfort and fit?

With high-quality disposable PPE, you are able to have some peace of mind even in the most demanding environments. And because comfort and function should go hand-in-hand, we offer product sizes from a man’s medium up to 4XL.