PPE: Forensic Science
Choose the right protection
Crime scenes expose investigators to various health and safety risks, some of which arise as the investigation progresses. Protective clothing worn for the collection of forensic evidence must fulfil the following functions:
- Protect the evidence collection kit.
- Prevent contamination of crime scenes.
- To provide comfort and reduce heat stress.
Our single-use equipment prevents any cross-contamination during the collection of evidence.
Secure the evidence collection kit using the appropriate equipment
Forensic investigators are exposed to biological and chemical hazards at crime scenes. It is therefore crucial to protect them using personal protective equipment (PPE) specifically designed for these environments.
This PPE must provide protection against chemical hazards in the form of dry particles (toxic powders, illicit drugs, explosives) or liquids (solvents, detergents, various chemicals), as well as against biological hazards such as blood, saliva and other organic substances found at crime scenes.
Preserving the integrity of crime scenes
One of the key challenges for investigators is to ensure that the crime scene is not compromised. PPE must provide a barrier between the person collecting evidence and the area being examined.
Our coveralls, such as the WeeCover Max1 model, are designed to provide complete protection against fine particles and droplets. They feature heat-sealed, leak-proof seams and a zip with a self-adhesive flap, ensuring maximum protection against leaks.
Furthermore, the materials used are lint-free to prevent any fibres or particles from being deposited, which could compromise the integrity of the evidence.
Comfort and reduced thermal stress
The environments in which investigators work are often confined, which can lead to heat stress, particularly as their protective equipment is generally not very breathable.
To minimise this stress, we have designed the WeeCover Max1 coverall from breathable SMS fabric, ensuring optimum comfort during long hours spent collecting evidence. This design allows investigators to focus fully on their work whilst remaining protected and comfortable.
Coveralls: full-body PPE for forensic science
Full-body suits protect the investigator from head to toe against chemical and biological hazards. They are particularly suitable in situations where there are multiple contaminants, such as at crime scenes involving toxic substances, splashes of biological fluids or fine microparticles. Breathable models, such as the WeeCover Max1, also offer greater comfort in confined spaces.
WeeCover Max1 Integral
A hooded coverall with integrated overboots, offering total protection thanks to its sealed seams. Its breathable fabric ensures optimal comfort during evidence collection, whilst preventing cross-contamination. Ideal for investigators and crime scene technicians, it provides effective protection against chemical and biological hazards whilst ensuring the wearer’s safety and comfort.
WeePro Max Integral
Provides comprehensive protection against low-concentration chemicals and also guards against potential biological hazards. Ideal for professions requiring enhanced safety, such as forensic investigators. It guarantees maximum protection whilst ensuring comfort and freedom of movement for the wearer.
What PPE is suitable for forensic science?
Forensic scientists work in complex environments, such as crime scenes, where biological and chemical hazards are ever-present.
Wearing PPE or specialised clothing is essential to ensure the safety of investigators whilst preserving the integrity of the evidence collected. Masks, gloves, shoe covers, goggles and specialised coveralls provide protection against hazardous substances whilst preventing any cross-contamination between the investigator and the crime scene.
Gloves
Gloves provide protection against biological hazards (blood, saliva, biological tissues) and chemical hazards (solvents, detergents). They are essential for protecting operators’ skin and preventing any cross-contamination between samples and the environment. These durable, single-use gloves, which comply with relevant standards, provide optimum protection and are easy to replace between each procedure.
Kolmi Coverfeel Care
Without an accelerator to reduce type IV allergies, they offer optimal comfort, high elasticity and enhanced dexterity. Their texture ensures excellent grip, whilst their robustness guarantees ideal durability for precise handling in sensitive environments.
Made in France.
Safetouch Slim
With high elasticity and excellent grip, they ensure precise handling whilst offering exceptional comfort. Water- and air-tight, they are suitable for the demanding environments of forensic science.
Safetouch Vitals
Offering good dexterity and excellent grip on both wet and dry surfaces, they are ideal for precise handling tasks in the field of forensic science.
Masks
Masks protect investigators from airborne particles, chemical fumes, micro-organisms and biological contaminants present at a crime scene, whilst also helping to limit the emission of particles by the wearer so as not to contaminate the environment under investigation. They are essential when handling toxic substances, such as explosive powders or chemical vapours, or in the presence of airborne pathogens. Their use ensures respiratory safety whilst maintaining optimal conditions for analysis.
FFP2 Kolmi Oxygen Mass Balance
Ideal for critical environments, it protects against aerosols, solid particles and liquids. Thanks to its optimal fit and eco-friendly construction (70% recycled materials), it guarantees comfort and safety in areas where the preservation of DNA and the prevention of cross-contamination are essential.
Hypoallergenic and made in France.
FFP3 Kolmi Oxygen Mass Balance
Ideal for critical environments, it protects against aerosols, solid particles and liquids. Thanks to its optimal fit and eco-friendly construction (70% recycled materials), it guarantees comfort and safety in areas where the preservation of DNA and the prevention of cross-contamination are essential.
Hypoallergenic and made in France.
Kolmi Vitals Type IIR Mask
Perfectly suited to the needs of forensic science, it offers dual protection by minimising contamination of the crime scene, whilst protecting the wearer from splashes of bodily fluids. Its Origami and Smile design ensures optimum comfort, which is essential for long-duration operations.
Hypoallergenic and made in France.
Overshoes
Overshoes prevent cross-contamination by stopping particles, fibres or micro-organisms from spreading between sensitive areas and other environments. They are essential for preserving the integrity of crime scenes and ensuring that evidence is collected without external interference.
Our recycled shoe covers with soles are made from recycled materials (90 % for the spunbond fabric, 50 % for the PE sole) and offer good grip on the ground as well as excellent mechanical strength. Their anatomically shaped design means they fit all types of shoes and guarantee an optimal fit.
Made in France.
Recycled overshoes with soles
Size XL
Recycled overshoes with soles
Size XL
Safety goggles
Goggles provide an effective barrier against splashes of biological or chemical fluids, such as blood or solvents. They protect investigators’ eyes from irritation and injury, whilst enabling them to work with precision in potentially hazardous environments.
