Ways to serve the hospital sector and new rules will drive
23rd International Fair of Security and Protection – FISP, scheduled for October in São Paulo
The importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) has never been clearer than in this moment to combat the pandemic. The lack of certain items, of scarce domestic production, tends to intensify discussions about changes in the sector – some of which were underway even before the outbreak of the new coronavirus.
This scenario raises expectations around 23rd edition of FISP – International Fair of Safety and Protection, which will take place from October 20 to 22, 2020, at São Paulo Expo.
Organized by Cipa Fiera Milano, FISP is the leading trade fair of its kind in Latin America and the second largest in the world, second only to Germany's A+A.
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The fair is organized by Animaseg (National Association of the Work Safety and Protection Equipment Industry), Abraseg (Brazilian Association of Distributors and Importers of Work Safety and Protection Equipment and Products), and Sindiseg (Union of the Safety Equipment Industry), taking place simultaneously with 14th Fire Show – International Fire Fair.
Together, the trade shows are expected to attract an audience of more than 50,000 visitors and 700 exhibiting companies.
“As many know, various PPE items that are in short supply in the hospital sector are imported. They could have been manufactured here if there had been, for years, a policy to support national production,” observes Raul Casanova Junior, Executive Director of Animaseg and Abraseg.
Of the nearly 1,300 companies that make up the sector's elite, only 5% deal in respiratory protection equipment. Another 5% supply hospital gloves.
“The sector is willing to listen, propose, and act to align strategic changes, says the spokesperson.
New information record
Openness to debate has guided the conduct of the occupational health and safety industry regarding Provisional Measure 905, issued in November 2019.
Among other actions, the MP aims to establish a new certification model for PPE, replacing the Certificate of Approval (CA) – an instrument used for over 40 years in Brazil.
Animaseg, for example, created the AR, voluntary registration to centralize PPE information such as reports, certificates, usage instructions, restrictions, and validity certified by laboratories or Product Certification Bodies (OCPs).
“The RA provides more data and guarantees than the CA, assuring the consumer that the purchased product is identical to the tested one,” states Raul Casanova Junior.
Provisional Measure 905
The conversion of Provisional Measure 905 into law is ongoing. The text was approved by Congress on April 14 and now depends on the Senate's approval. The deadline for the completion of the entire process is April 20.
“The tendency is toward approval. That's why we are attentive and also keeping the government abreast of our initiatives, says the executive from Animaseg and Abraseg.
The organizers and producers of FISP rely on measures to improve labor protection in Brazil.
According to the Digital Observatory for Occupational Safety and Health, from 2012 to 2018 the country recorded 4.7 million workplace accidents, or one every 49 seconds. In the same period, there were 17.2 thousand deaths due to incidents or illnesses related to the job (one death every 3 hours and 40 minutes).
Like many industries, the personal protective equipment (PPE) sector had been recovering after a downturn in the turbulent 2015-2016 biennium.
Animaseg plans to release its 2019 financial results during the 23rd FISP, but anticipates that last year continued the trend of recovery. In 2018, the organization’s members—which account for 85% of the domestic market—generated R$ 4.36 billion in revenue, with the apparel and safety gloves segments standing out.
“FISP will once again showcase the most modern and innovative special suits, face protection, gloves, footwear, and harnesses, among other safety items,” says Rimantas Sipas, Commercial Director at Cipa Fiera Milano.
“And, as in previous editions, the event will also promote the training of those who work in the sector. At Techshow, for example, the public will be able to participate in free lectures by exhibitors, updating themselves on information and technologies, continues Rimantas Sipas.
Sipas also points out that, although consolidated as the largest gathering of occupational health and safety professionals (engineers, occupational physicians, risk inspectors, technicians, internal accident prevention committee members, and firefighters), FISP also represents an important opportunity for business owners and general buyers.
“Statistics show that more than 98% of Brazilian companies are small and do not have anyone dedicated to prevention. Understanding this issue is important for everyone.”.
About Cipa Fiera Milano
Cipa Fiera Milano, the Brazilian subsidiary of Fiera Milano—one of the largest trade fair and congress organizers in the world, which each year attracts approximately 30,000 exhibitors and more than five million visitors—became the majority shareholder of Cipa do Brasil in 2011, giving rise to Cipa Fiera Milano.
In Brazil, 11 trade fairs are held representing the most diverse economic sectors, such as security, clean and renewable energy, pipes and fittings, cables, occupational health, surface treatments, door and window frames, rehabilitation technologies, inclusion and accessibility, among others.
Among the main brands in the portfolio are Exposec, Fisp, Fesqua, Ecoenergy, Reatech, and Ebrats.
Service:
FISP and Fire Show
October 20 to 22, 2020
Hours: 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: São Paulo Expo Exhibition & Convention Center
Imigrantes Highway, Km 1.5 – São Paulo/SP
SourceFISSP Press Office
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