Breathe Safer: A Tradie's Guide to Respiratory Protection

On any Aussie worksite, the most dangerous hazards are often the ones you can't see—fine silica dust from cutting concrete, chemical fumes, or deadly asbestos fibres. Your long-term health is your most valuable asset, and protecting your lungs is not optional. A compliant, properly fitted respiratory protection device is one of the most critical pieces of PPE you can wear on the tools.

At SCHNAP, our Respiratory Protection range delivers trusted, certified solutions to safeguard your breathing in any hazardous environment, helping you and your crew stay safe and compliant.

Choosing Your Level of Protection: Disposable Masks

Understanding the P-rating system is key to choosing the right mask for the job.

• P1 Dust Masks: Suitable for protection against low-level, mechanically generated dusts where no toxic materials are present. Good for general nuisance dusts from activities like hand sanding.
• P2 Dust Masks (The Aussie Worksite Standard): The minimum requirement for most professional trade work. A P2 mask offers a higher level of filtration and is essential for protection against finer, more harmful particles like those from cutting concrete (silica dust), wood, and MDF. It is also the standard for protection against airborne viruses and is required for certain types of work with asbestos. We stock options with and without valves for easier breathing.

For Higher Risks & All-Day Wear: Reusable Respirators

When you need a superior seal and protection from more than just dust, a reusable respirator is the professional choice.

• Half-Face Respirators: These provide an excellent, airtight seal around your nose and mouth and are far more comfortable for all-day wear. Their biggest advantage is the ability to use interchangeable filters.
• Full-Face Respirators: For the ultimate in protection. A full-face respirator also protects your eyes and face from chemical splashes, fumes, and high-impact particles, making it essential for many industrial and hazardous material handling jobs.

The Right Filter for the Hazard

The power of a reusable respirator lies in its filters. We stock a range of:

• Particulate Filters: For protection against dusts, mists, and fibres (including asbestos).
• Chemical Filters & Cartridges: For protection against specific gases, organic vapours, and chemical fumes.

Trusted Brands for Your Health & Safety

When it comes to your health, you have to trust your gear. We stock a huge range of compliant and comfortable respiratory protection from world-leading brands like 3M and Volt Safety.

Why Tradies Trust SCHNAP for Respiratory PPE

Don't take a shortcut with your long-term health.

• A complete range of P1/P2 masks, reusable respirators, and filters.
• Certified gear that meets Australian Standard AS/NZS 1716.
• Live stock availability and fast Australia-wide delivery.
• Competitive trade prices to keep your whole crew safe.

For the certified respiratory protection you need to breathe safer on site, trust SCHNAP to have you covered.

Need respiratory protection at the best prices and good quality? Shop now at Schnap