The document SMARTDPI1747703519, prepared by INAIL in 2025, explores the evolution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) towards smart technologies. These SMART PPE integrate IoT components to enhance safety, transforming passive tools into active prevention elements.
Key Contents
Definition and Regulations
SMART PPE are traditional devices equipped with smart sensors, regulated by Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and compliant with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements (EHSR). Guidelines for IoT integration are specified in the UNI TR 11858:2022 standard.
Technologies and Practical Applications
Smart Personal Protective Equipment utilize IoT sensors (RFID, Bluetooth, GPS, AR) for:
- Environmental and physiological monitoring
- Safe access to hazardous areas
- Alerts for imminent dangers
- Activation of machinery only when properly equipped.
Data Management and Corporate Privacy
Ensuring the protection of collected data remains crucial, without compromising the protective effectiveness of the PPE.
Compatibility with Implantable Medical Devices (IMD)
Special attention is given to interactions with electromagnetic fields to ensure the safety of workers with medical devices.
Application Examples
- Dissipative footwear for explosive atmospheres
- Insulating gloves for high voltage protection
- Sensors to detect nearby electrical hazards.
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Final thoughts
Adopting SMART PPE means tackling the challenges of digitalization and improving prevention, without compromising on privacy, training, and regulatory compliance.
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