PPE

 

As one of the oldest notified bodies in Europe (assigned number 0075), we specialise in ensuring that personal protective equipment (PPE) complies with Regulation (EU) 2016/425. Our expertise is essential when it comes to guaranteeing the safety of users. We offer a wide range of personal protective equipment (PPE) services, specifically designed to meet your needs. You can rely on our know-how to optimise your projects and ensure the quality of your products.

 

Certification

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With their unique skills, our experts are able to offer innovative and pragmatic solutions, tailored to your needs in the personal protective equipment (PPE) sector. By working with CTC, you will benefit from over 100 years of recognised product expertise, enabling you to achieve lasting results at all levels of your organisation.

Module C2

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Module C2 applies to category III personal protective equipment (protection against the most serious risks with irreversible or fatal consequences). It involves annual inspections of your production, as mandated by Annex VII of Regulation (EU) 2016/425.

Our PPE experts are on hand to guide you throughout this process.

Analysis and testing

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CTC’s physical and chemical testing services ensure that your personal protective equipment (PPE) meets harmonised regulatory and performance requirements.

Our ISO 17025 accredited laboratories offer a wide range of tests and analyses to provide essential information on the properties of the finished products you are manufacturing or sourcing.

 

Training

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Since 1977, CTC has been a major training provider for companies in the French leather industry operating in the fashion, luxury, sport, distribution, personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental sectors.

Our training teams and our CE marking experts will provide you with the keys to better understand the legislation and requirements that apply to your products.

Audits and metrology

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Auditing is a key tool for optimising manufacturing processes and ensuring that supplier practices comply with the expected standards in a supply chain.

Our French and international auditors understand the challenges and risks associated with personal protective equipment (PPE) manufacturing activities and can provide you with detailed assessments and informed best practice on areas for improvement.

 

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