Why protect against gases and vapours? The severity of exposure to gases and vapours can vary from acute to chronic and the effect on respiratory health depends on the magnitude, duration of exposure and the specific agent. In 1984, the release of methyl isocyanate from a chemical plant in Bhopal, India, killed more than 2000 people.

Maio Meregalli today tells us about the safety standards of his champion team, the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP. Maio's team is the only one in the paddock to have ISO 14001 and 45001 certification. This is why today's riders feel safe every time they take to the track. ISO 45001 is a generic standard designed to be applicable to organisations of all sectors and sizes.

Wearing a PPE correctly is important in order to get the maximum effectiveness and the best performance of the product.

With the heat these days we all think a little bit about coolness and sea. MAIA Shapes take us there with the latest works they exhibited during the Surf Week Tour together with Flamingo Surf Club hosted by La Fabbrica Puglia. Sustainability and respect for the environment are the values promoted by this all-Italian brand and BLS fully shares them.

What exactly is TPE and why is it so much used? BLS employs it in its products as an alternative to silicone. Its properties offer multiple advantages.

BLS 5000 Series - the high-strength protection for when the games get tough. Available in protection Class 2 and Class 3, this full-face mask is also suitable for firefighting. Available in five models to suit every need, with universal and bayonet connection, in silicone and rubber, with acid-proof hood or without.

How easy is it to become infected with a biological agent? Some transmission routes are more likely to infect than others. In the case of so-called 'aerosols', for example, the biological agent can remain in the air for longer, thus increasing the likelihood of infection.

Never Stop Breathing - New Campaign 2022-23 Safety, work, commitment are the foundations of the communication project, born in 2021, which this year features real people telling about their daily experience in the workplace. Today we present the first protagonist of Never Stop Breathing, telling the story of Maio Meregalli, Team Director of Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP.

Wearing a PPE correctly is important in order to get the maximum effectiveness and the best performance of the product.

Never Stop Breathing - the launch of the new BLS ADV campaign is coming soon! Watch the video to discover the first player in the new BLS ADV campaign, which will accompany us throughout the coming year.

Are you familiar with what has changed with the Italian legislative update of December 17th 2021 in the field of Occupational Safety? With the new standard UNI11719:2018, a systematic approach to respiratory protection has been introduced with the so-called "Respiratory Protection Programme". Substantial changes have been introduced on the activities of Training in the use of respiratory PPE and the Fit Test! Find out everything you need to know to be in line with the new regulations on our blog.

BLS 8000next - when the protection of a reusable is as simple as a disposable. No need to fit filters and no need to change them. This half mask is ready to use and requires no maintenance. Once the filters are exhausted, the product is designed to be replaced. Find out more about BLS 8000next series, our ready-to-use half mask revealed on BLS Blog.

When the games get tough, it is essential to protect yourself with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and BLS steps in to protect you while doing the most important thing: breathing. So what respiratory protection is the most appropriate? Find it out on our blog

The Street Art weekend is just around the corner, with the Urban Giants Festival 2022. On Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th June, come and discover the city's most colourful spots. At the gates of Milan, the borough of Trezzano sul Naviglio will host more than 100 writers and street artists from 20 countries around the world.

Amazing result for Fabio Quartararo at yesterday's Catalan race! The reigning World Champion made the difference by transforming adrenaline and safety into an incredible performance for which the entire BLS team sends its warmest congratulations. We couldn't feel prouder to be among the official partners of a team like Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP.

June events Discover this month's BLS events

We are proud to celebrate together with the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team the second place conquered in yesterday's race at the Mugello Circuit by Fabio Quartararo, who remains at the top of the MotoGP championship standings.

Wearing a PPE correctly is important in order to get the maximum effectiveness and the best performance of the product.

BLS is at Autopromotec 2022. Bologna, Italy, 25-28 May 2022

How easy is it to become infected with a biological agent? Some transmission routes are more likely to infect than others. In the case of so-called 'aerosols', for example, the biological agent can remain in the air for longer, thus increasing the likelihood of infection.

BLS is at Préventica 2022 Nantes, France, May 17th-19th 2022

BLS Zer0 - when maximum protection feels like freedom Have you ever heard of a P3 that makes you breathe like a P1? And of a valve called Eolo?

What happens during painting operations? As always, the variables are many and complex to analyse: the extent of the health consequences of painting operations depends on the type of paint used, the application techniques and the level of exposure suffered by people. However, it can be said that occupational exposure to chemicals released during this activity can lead to the development of several respiratory diseases that can last over time and often for a lifetime: cough, asthma, liver and kidney damage, liver and blood cancer, as well as several eye disorders.

Play it safe: try BLS filters with universal connection! The threaded connection is standardized according to EN 148-1 and is compatible with other respiratory protective devices on the market.