Some of the busiest workplaces in Nairobi are manufacturing areas where workers are subjected to heavy machinery and chemicals and work in hazardous environments daily. A complete list of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) should be supplied to all the factory managers to facilitate safety and compliance.

At Bansi Suppliers, we supply the factories in Nairobi with all the necessary safety equipment to keep them compliant and their employees safe. A 2025 PPE checklist of manufacturing units is provided below that every safety manager needs to consider.

1. Head Protection – Safety Helmets

In fact, the occurrence of head injuries in manufacturing plants is frequent because items could fall or people could go all over the machine. Safety helmets are impact-resistant, and they guard the workers against severe injuries.

Tip: Purchase helmets with sweatbands and vents for the Nairobi hot weather.

2. Foot Protection – Safety Shoes

Steel toe safety shoes or reinforced boots prevent falling tools, sharp objects, and slippery floors. Anti-slip soles are also significant in factories with oil or wet floors.

3. Eye and Face Protection – Goggles & Face Shields

Welding, grinding, and working with chemicals are manufacturing processes that expose workers to sparks, debris, and injurious materials. Every unit in Nairobi must have safety goggles and face shields.

4. Hand Protection – Gloves

Various types of gloves have to be used in different tasks:

• Nitrile gloves for chemical handling
• Leather gloves for heavy-duty tasks
• Cut-resistant gloves for sharp materials

5. Hearing Protection – Ear Plugs or Ear Muffs

The factory machines are known to have higher noise levels than safe levels. Earplugs or earmuffs are used to safeguard workers against hearing loss in the long term.

6. Respiratory Protection – Masks & Respirators

Workers are at risk of dust, fumes, and chemical vapors that may damage their lungs. N95 masks, half face or full face respirators are necessary based on the exposure.

7. Body Protection – Coveralls & Aprons

Coveralls or protective aprons are required by workers who come into contact with chemicals, sparks, or sharp objects. The flame-resistant and chemical-resistant apparel provides added protection.

8. High-Visibility Reflective Jackets

In indoor manufacturing factories, reflective jackets become crucial to ensure that workers can be seen in areas where forklifts and moving machines are used.

9. Fall Protection – Safety Harnesses

Safety harnesses and fall arrest systems are required in factories with high-elevation workstations to help avoid falls and death.

10. Emergency Equipment – First Aid & Fire Safety

First aid kits, fire extinguishers, and emergency eyewash stations are not excluded from the complete checklist. They are lifesavers in the event of accidents.

Why a PPE Checklist is Important for Nairobi Manufacturers

• Ensures compliance with OSHA and NEMA safety standards in Kenya
• Lowers accidents and injuries at the workplace.
• Improves the morale and performance of employees.
• Shields the employers against liability and fines.

Bansi Suppliers: Your PPE Partner in Nairobi

We are suppliers of every piece of PPE shown in this checklist at Bansi Suppliers, including helmets and gloves, safety shoes, and reflective jackets. Our products are quality safety equipment that is affordable, certified, and served to manufacturing units all over Nairobi.

At Bansi Suppliers, we stock all the PPE items listed in this checklist — from helmets and gloves to safety shoes and reflective jackets. We supply manufacturing units across Nairobi with reliable, affordable, and certified safety gear.