Safety Equipment + PPE Category — Quick Reference (AS/NZS Compliance)
AIMS Safety + PPE category is the workshop + workplace personal protective equipment hub — covering eye + head + hand + foot + respiratory + height + hearing + LOTO + workwear. Selection matched to AU compliance (AS/NZS standards) + specific hazard exposure.
| PPE Category | AU Standard | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Glasses + Goggles | AS/NZS 1337 | Eye protection — impact + UV + chemical splash |
| Welding Safety | AS/NZS 1338 + 1336 | Welding-specific eye + face + body |
| Hand Protection | AS/NZS 2161 | Cut + chemical + heat + impact + vibration |
| Respirators | AS/NZS 1716 | Dust + fume + vapour — disposable + half + full-face + PAPR |
| Safety Footwear | AS/NZS 2210 | Steel + composite cap + slip-resistant + ESD |
| Height Safety | AS/NZS 1891 series | Harness + lanyard + SRL + anchor |
| Lockout/Tagout | AS/NZS 4836 | Equipment isolation — Master Lock + Brady systems |
| Hard Hats | AS/NZS 1801 | Head protection — Type 1 + Type 2 |
| Workwear | AS/NZS 4602 (hi-vis) | Hi-vis + FR + chemical resistant garments |
| Hearing Protection | AS/NZS 1270 | Class 1-5 + electronic + plug + earmuff |
| Safety Signs + Labels | AS 1319 | Workplace signage + LOTO tags + identification |
| Spill Containment | AS 1940 | Bunds + absorbents + spill kits |
Compliance critical: All PPE must carry AS/NZS standards mark + manufacturer details. WHS Regs require employer to provide free PPE for identified hazards + maintain in good condition + replace as needed. Document PPE issue + training per safety management system. Brands: Master Lock, Brady, B-Safe, Frontier, BossSafe. Companion: safety glasses guide, safety boots guide, respirator guide, LOTO guide.
Safety Equipment & PPE: Eye Protection, Footwear, Height Safety and Lockout Products
Protecting your workers starts with the right personal protective equipment. AIMS Industrial supplies safety and PPE products across eye protection, safety footwear, height safety, and lockout/tagout — from everyday safety glasses and work boots to certified fall arrest harnesses and padlocks for energy isolation. Brands include Mack Boots, Frontier, DeWalt, Austlift, B-Safe, Master Lock, and Brady.
The AIMS Safety & PPE Range
Our safety range covers the PPE categories most commonly required for industrial, construction, and trades environments.
- Eye Protection: Frontier and DeWalt safety glasses and goggles provide AS/NZS 1337-rated eye protection for grinding, machining, chemical handling, and general industrial use. Options include clear, tinted, photochromatic and anti-fog lenses in wraparound and goggle formats for varying hazard levels.
- Safety Footwear: Mack safety boots cover lace-up, elastic-sided, and lightweight athletic styles in both steel cap and composite toe configurations. AS/NZS 2210-rated for industrial and construction site use. Suitable for environments requiring electrical hazard (EH) or penetration-resistant (PR) sole ratings.
- Height Safety: Austlift and B-Safe full-body harnesses and lanyards meet AS/NZS 1891 requirements for working at heights on construction sites, rooftops, and elevated platforms. Includes shock-absorbing lanyards, self-retracting lanyards (SRLs), and harness inspection tags.
- Lockout / Tagout (LOTO): Master Lock and Brady padlocks, lockout hasps, and LOTO stations provide equipment isolation solutions for electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic energy control. Essential for compliance with AS 4024.1602 isolation procedures in maintenance environments.
- First Aid: See our dedicated first aid kits and supplies range for workplace, vehicle, and remote first aid kits to complete your site safety requirements.
Buying PPE for Your Workplace
- Check the Standard: All PPE sold at AIMS is required to meet the relevant Australian Standard for its category. Look for the AS/NZS standard number on the product — this confirms the product has been independently tested for the specified hazard.
- Site-Specific Requirements: PPE requirements vary by industry, state, and specific work activity. Always consult your Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) and relevant codes of practice to confirm the appropriate PPE class for your workers.
- Expert Support: Need help selecting PPE for a specific site or activity? Contact our team or request a quote — we’ll match your requirements to the right products.
- Australian Business, Local Supply: As a proudly Australian business since 1988, we stock locally and work with trusted local Australian manufacturers and distributors to ensure fast, reliable supply.
Also see our first aid kits and supplies and workwear ranges for complete site safety and compliance.
Browse our complete safety equipment & ppe range
Personal protective equipment for trade and industrial use:
Hand Protection
Eye Protection
Head & Body
Safety Tapes
People Also Ask — Safety Equipment Overview
Q: What safety equipment does AIMS stock?
Personal protective equipment (PPE): gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, hard hats, respiratory protection, safety boots, hi-vis workwear, FR clothing. Workplace safety: safety signs and tags, lockout-tagout equipment, fall arrest harnesses and anchors, first aid kits, spill kits, fire safety equipment. Industrial safety: confined-space entry equipment, gas detection, ventilation, valve lockout, traffic management. Browse [/collections/safety](/collections/safety) for the full safety equipment range — one of the largest categories at AIMS.
Q: What AS/NZS safety standards apply?
Multiple standards across the safety category. Key standards: AS/NZS 1801 (hard hats), AS/NZS 1336/1337 (eye protection), AS/NZS 1715/1716 (respiratory), AS/NZS 1270 (hearing), AS/NZS 2161 (gloves), AS/NZS 4602 (hi-vis), AS/NZS 1891 (fall arrest), AS/NZS 4836 (lockout/tagout), AS/NZS 1715 (welding safety). Every product carries its applicable standard certification. For workplace compliance, audit PPE selections against the workplace hazard assessment per WHS legislation.
Q: How do I match PPE to my workplace hazards?
Hazard assessment first: identify each hazard (chemical, dust, noise, mechanical, height, fire, electrical), assess severity and likelihood, apply hierarchy of controls (eliminate, substitute, engineering, administrative, PPE — PPE is last resort). Match PPE category to hazard + exposure level. Generic 'safety equipment' isn't sufficient — match exposure-rated equipment to exposure level. WHS requires documented hazard assessments and matched control measures.
Q: Where can I get help selecting safety equipment?
AIMS sales team includes safety-equipment-experienced staff who can recommend equipment based on the work and exposure. For complex applications (confined space, lockout, fall arrest systems), consult with qualified safety professionals + equipment specialists. AIMS can refer to safety consulting services for workplace safety audits and PPE selection guidance. For trade safety equipment kits, AIMS can build a comprehensive starter kit matched to the trade.
Q: Compliance and inspection — how often?
PPE: pre-use visual inspection every use, scheduled detailed inspection per equipment type (annual for most personal protective equipment, more frequent for fall arrest and respiratory). Workplace safety equipment: per state WHS regulations and equipment type. Documented inspection records required for commercial operations. AIMS can recommend qualified inspectors and provide replacement equipment as inspections identify items requiring replacement.