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In the electrical safety PPE industry, products include eye & face protection, hearing protection, protective footwear, arc-rated clothing, head protection, hand protection, and other items. The eye & face protection segment is projected to exceed USD 6.5 billion by 2032. Industrial environments expose workers to hazards such as liquid chemicals, acids, dust, projectiles, hazardous vapors, and radiation, which can cause severe eye injuries. Therefore, eye & face protection is essential. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), employers must provide appropriate eye protection to workers exposed to such risks.
The electrical safety personal protection equipment market, segmented by end-use, includes electrical, mining, oil & gas, machinery, automotive, construction, and other sectors. The mining segment is expected to surpass a valuation of USD 2.5 billion by 2032. The increase in electric arc flash incidents in mining, due to high electric currents bridging with air, along with complex logistics and heavy machinery operations, is driving the demand for safety solutions.
Additionally, government initiatives, such as the Biden administration's allocation of USD 35 million to MP Materials for the separation of heavy earth elements, are strengthening the mining sector, creating significant growth opportunities for this segment.
The North American electrical safety PPE market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of over 4.5% from 2023 to 2032. This growth is driven by the significant risks in the oil and gas industry, such as arc flashes, explosions, and electric shocks, particularly from low-voltage motors, medium-voltage equipment, and distribution boards. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 166 fatal electrical injuries in 2022, highlighting the critical need for effective PPE in high-risk sectors.