Protecting over 100 housing associations with trusted PPE solutions
PWS offer industry tailored services and support; enabling businesses to secure their staff with high quality workwear. Read below to access our range of housing sector resources and to explore your options with us.
Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)
The introduction of ‘Awaab’s Law’ in early 2024 highlighted the importance of tackling mould. It’s essential to keep both your tenants safe, as well as keeping your staff safe when carrying out mould remediation. Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) can protect workers when working around mould and within hazardous environments.
Selecting the correct Respiratory Protective Equipment and adhering to safety standards are essential steps for protecting workers and maintaining a safe work environment in the presence of hazardous substances.
RPE can fall under one of several EN Standards. These standards define degrees of protection and the types of dangers labelled equipment has been tested to perform well against.
Read our full article to learn more about choosing the right RPE and maintaining workplace safety.
In early 2024, the government introduced ‘Awaab’s Law’ within the Social Housing (Regulation) Bill.
This represented a massive shift in the responsibilities of landlords, especially in social housing. The law requires action be taken within a set timeframe when damp or mould is reported. These rules allow tenants to hold landlords accountable by law if they fail to provide a decent home.
To find out more about what this change in legislation means for housing associations, and how the introduction of PWS’ Mould Kits can help to protect your staff, read our Mould Management Health & Safety Update.
Working with our housing association customers, we have supported them to keep their staff safe when carrying out mould remediation with expert advice on respiratory equipment, as well as our specialist mould kits.
Many of the chemicals used during the removal of mould, including chlorine, produce harmful gases. It is, therefore, essential for employers to provide their staff with appropriate respiratory equipment, as well as implementing measures to mitigate exposure to harmful gases. You can read more about safe mould remediation by clicking here.
The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations requires all employers provide their workers with adequate PPE. This extends to ensuring equipment be suitable for the individual, including sizing and fit.
Correct fit of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is vital in ensuring the protection level isn’t affected. A loose mask can allow hazardous substances to enter.
Fit may change over time so it is important to carry out fit checks throughout the life of a product. Click here to learn more about fit testing for RPE.
Please speak with our team if you require more information on choosing the correct respiratory equipment, or would like to enquire about our mould remediation kits.
Sustainability
At PWS, we ensure that our whole business is invested in our core environmental values. We monitor environmental sustainability throughout our supply chain, and look to support our customers to achieve their sustainability goals, too. To read more about our eco-friendly commitments, visit our Sustainability page.
PWS is exclusively partnered with brands that offer sustainable products.
The Bertee Ecowear range uses at least 50% recycled polyester per garment, in line with thr GRS Recycled Blend Standard. Bertee have even adjusted their supply chain to make a 52% saving on CO2 emissions.
To read more about the Bertee Ecowear range and Textile Exchange’s Global Recycled Standard, click here.
Trak, our partnered sustainable footwear brand, offers products developed with the housing sector especially in mind. Trak provides ultimate footwear safety whilst also looking after the environment.
To read more about Trak, click here.
We are Silver members of the Supply Chain Sustainability School, a progressive body that is changing the way we measure our environmental impact.
To learn more about PWS’ involvement in the Supply Chain School and how you can sign up to become part of this world leading organisation to make positive steps towards sustainability, click here to read our article.
Choosing PWS as your workwear, safetywear and PPE supplier can help you to deliver on your organisation’s sustainability goals. We are consistently striving to deliver on our environmentally-friendly initiatives, including:
- Cutting delivery vehicle emissions
- Garment recycling
- Offering sustainable alternatives
- Packing initiatives
To read more about these initiatives and how PWS can support you to deliver on your organisation’s sustainability objectives, click here.
MyWeb
Our bespoke online ordering portal, MyWeb, empowers housing companies to optimise their procurement process. Read more about how our PPE & workwear management system can provide you with accountability and control mechanisms to effectively manage your procurement costs.
MyWeb, can be broken down into three main systems:
- MyCatalogue
- MyUniform
- MyStockroom
The trio of systems take the stress out of ordering and maintaining stock levels, with the ability to put ordering into the hands of the end user. Individual staff logins allow your team to order their own workwear, with budget, stock allowance, and product availability set by your procurement manager.
To learn more about online ordering through MyWeb, click here, or watch the videos below.
MyWeb Portal Overview
MyWeb Portal New Features
To discuss how MyWeb can support you to streamline your procurement process, get in touch with our team.
