Safety & Protection

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I decide which PPE categories and standards apply to my workforce?

Start from a documented risk assessment: minimal risks (e.g., general gloves, sun glare) typically fall under PPE Category I, medium risks (most industrial eyewear, hearing protection) under Category II, and life-threatening or irreversible-harm risks (respirators, fall arrest, fire-entry kit) under Category III. The category drives both the EN standard and the conformity route. Share your hazard profile and task list at inquiry and we map each line to the right standard and category.

What's a realistic MOQ across a mixed PPE order?

It varies widely by item. For high-volume commodity lines such as nitrile gloves, basic safety glasses, or hard hats, MOQs commonly start around 500-2,000 pieces per SKU. For engineered or Category III items such as full-body harnesses or firefighter kit, as few as 50-200 units is often workable. Consolidating several lines into one spec package usually lets partners accept smaller quantities per SKU.

What PPE certifications and compliance documents can partners provide?

Where specified, partner manufacturers supply CE marking under EU PPE Regulation 2016/425 with the family EN standard (EN 397, EN 166, EN 352, EN 149, EN 388, EN ISO 20345, EN 361 and similar). For Category II and III items this generally includes notified-body EU type-examination, and Category III adds production surveillance; relevant ANSI/ISEA equivalents, RoHS/REACH and SABER are coordinated where the destination requires them.

Can sizing, marking, colours and IP-style ratings be configured per order?

Generally yes. Size ranges, EN performance levels (for example glove cut or footwear S-class), colourways, hi-vis configuration, and required pictogram marking are typically set per order. Where a line carries ingress or insulation-type ratings, those are confirmed against the spec before production so the marked performance matches the test report shipped with the goods.

Do your partners supply industry OEMs and private-label PPE?

A subset of Himalay's partner network supplies industrial and distribution OEMs and runs private-label programmes; share your spec, brand artwork or drawing at inquiry and we match a qualified manufacturer. OEM and private-label arrangements, including custom logo printing and bespoke packaging, are arranged where supported by the relevant partner.

What is the typical lead time and delivery for a PPE order?

Catalogue commodity PPE generally takes around 3-6 weeks to manufacture, test and pack; certified or engineered Category III items can run longer. Full CIF to Rotterdam, Antwerp, Jebel Ali or Dammam is typically 6-12 weeks door-to-door for standard lines, with engineered or notified-body-certified systems extending toward the upper end or beyond.