EHS PPE Needs Survey Your expertise matters. By answering this short survey, you’ll help identify the biggest trends, challenges, and opportunities in PPE and FR apparel for EHS professionals nationwide. 1. What are the top 3 PPE-related challenges you faced in the past 12 months?(Required)Select between 1 and 3 choices. Heat stress Layering for cold weather Inconsistent worker compliance Incorrect arc-rating or protection levels Supply chain/backorders Durability issues Fit issues (men/women) Training / awareness Other (please specify) (Required)2. Which standards create the most difficulty in your operation?(Required)Select all that apply NFPA 70E NFPA 2112 NESC ASTM F1506 OSHA 1910/1926 Other (please specify) (Required)3. What are the most common complaints you hear from workers about their PPE apparel?(Required)Select between 1 and 3 choices. Too hot / poor breathability Uncomfortable or restrictive Poor fit or sizing availability Too heavy or stiff Wears out too quickly Doesn’t layer well Other (please specify) (Required)4. How satisfied are you with your current PPE/FR apparel supplier(s)?(Required)1 = Very dissatisfied, 10 = Extremely satisfied123456789105. Which PPE or FR apparel brand(s) do you currently specify or recommend for your workers?(Required)Select all that apply DRIFIRE Enespro Carhartt FR Bulwark FR Ariat FR Lakeland NSA (National Safety Apparel) Tyndale Wrangler FR Benchmark FR Workrite DragonWear Other (please specify) (Required)6. Why do you recommend or specify this/these brand(s)?(Required)Select between 1 and 3 choices. Proven durability Comfort / heat-stress reduction Worker preference Consistent sizing and fit Strong distributor support Faster lead times / reliable availability Better compliance documentation Positive past experience / trust Price / total cost of ownership Product innovation / technical features Company reputation Other (please specify) (Required)7. What would make you consider switching PPE apparel vendors?(Required)Select all that apply Better durability Improved comfort or heat-stress reduction Faster lead times / availability Better distributor support Lower total cost of ownership Better compliance documentation More inclusive sizing (women, tall, plus) Better customer service Other (please specify) (Required)8. How important is standardizing PPE across roles, crews, or locations?(Required)1 = Not important, 5 = Critical to operations123459. What is your biggest barrier to PPE compliance on the job site?(Required)Choose one Workers not wearing PPE consistently Incorrect PPE selection for hazards Heat stress and comfort issues Supervisors not enforcing standards Lack of training / awareness Other 10. When do you typically review or budget for PPE apparel purchases?(Required)Choose one Quarterly Twice a year Annually Only as needed / emergency replacement Other 11. Where do you typically get information about new PPE or FR apparel products?Select all that apply EHS Today Safety+Health (NSC) Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Industrial Safety & Hygiene News (ISHN) Utility Products / T&D World Oil & Gas Journal Other trade journals (please specify) (Required)11. Where do you typically get information about new PPE or FR apparel products? (part 2) LinkedIn Google search Email newsletters Webinars Online product videos / YouTube Trade shows (NSC, NECA, ASSP, etc.) Distributor open houses / roadshows Manufacturer reps / field sales Peer recommendations Internal corporate safety network Distributor recommendations Catalogs or online stores Corporate/vendor-approved lists Other sources (please specify) (Required)12. Please rank the following sources based on how influential they are when evaluating new PPE or FR apparel.1 = Most influential, 8 = Least influentialIndustry publicationsLinkedIn / social mediaEmail newslettersTrade shows & professional eventsDistributor recommendationsManufacturer reps / field sales visitsPeer recommendationsOnline searches / product videos / YouTubePlease include your email address to receive our 2025 EHS PPE Benchmark Report.(Required) Δ
