Workers in electric, gas, utility, and oil operations face pressure every day. The job moves fast, weather shifts without warning, and equipment demands focus. Hazards stack up around you, whether you are handling energized systems, checking a line after a storm, or working beside heavy industrial equipment. When every minute counts, PPE decisions should not slow you down; safety should feel simple, straightforward, and dependable.
Many crews told us they wanted one solution they could trust to address the most common risks they face in the field. They asked for protection they could put on with confidence, without guessing which garment matched which hazard. At NASCO, this need guided our development of PetroStorm. We built a single garment that protects against seven major threats, giving workers one reliable answer instead of many separate choices.
PetroStorm combines the performance of proven arc flash rain gear and a high-quality flame resistant rain coat. It combines weather protection, fire resistance, and chemical protection in a single design. This helps linemen and field crews stay focused on the job rather than sorting through layers of PPE.
The Challenge of Managing Multiple Hazards
Workers in the oil & gas industry do not deal with one risk at a time. A crew may step into an energized area during a storm. A gas technician may face both flash fire and chemical exposure. An oil worker may move through zones with ignition sources, wind, and heavy rain simultaneously.
When every hazard has its own garment, the choices stack up. Workers must sort through coats marked for flash fire, rain jackets marked for arc flash, and other layers meant for chemical splash. This slows decision-making, adds costs, and increases the risk of choosing the wrong garment. A simplified choice is safer, faster, and easier to use.
Why PetroStorm Is Different
PetroStorm removes the guesswork by covering seven significant hazards with a single solution. The design focuses on clear protection, durable materials, and strict compliance with industry standards. Workers get a garment that blocks rain, shields against arc flash, resists flash fire, and helps protect against chemical splash.
We built PetroStorm in the United States, as we have done with all our FR rainwear for more than 45 years. Every coat and bib is made with the needs of real field workers in mind, shaped by the feedback crews share with us daily. PetroStorm is dependable gear for crews who do hard work in harsh conditions.
The Seven Hazards PetroStorm Protects Against
1. Arc Flash: Arc flash is one of the most sudden and violent risks in utility and electrical work. PetroStorm uses proven FR fabrics that meet arc flash safety standards. This makes it a strong choice for crews seeking dependable arc flash rain gear for energized or storm-related tasks.
2. Flash Fire: Oil, gas, and industrial crews often face short-duration flash fire events. PetroStorm offers flame resistance that meets established flash fire requirements, giving workers strong protection when near ignition sources. This performance is a key reason PetroStorm serves as a reliable flame resistant raincoat for demanding field conditions.
3. Chemical Splash: Gas and industrial workers may encounter chemicals, contaminated water, or unexpected leaks. PetroStorm includes protection against chemical splash to help shield workers during these tasks.
4. Steam: Steam exposure can cause burns on contact. PetroStorm provides a layer of protection that helps reduce the risk of steam reaching the skin during tasks near pressurized systems or when working with released vapor.
5. Hot Liquid: Hot liquids can cause severe injuries when they come into direct contact with workers. PetroStorm helps shield against hot liquid splash, giving crews confidence during high-risk operations.
6. Wind and Rain: Harsh weather reduces visibility, lowers body temperature, and affects job performance. PetroStorm blocks wind and rain to keep workers dry and protected throughout long shifts.
7. Traffic Hazards: Utility and industrial crews often work near moving vehicles and heavy equipment. PetroStorm offers enhanced visibility features that help workers stand out in low-light, storm, or roadside conditions.
Why Combining These Hazards Into One Garment Helps Workers
Carrying several garments makes PPE decisions harder than they need to be. When a worker has one solution that checks every box, safety becomes easier. PetroStorm reduces the risk of selecting the wrong layer and strengthens compliance by giving workers one clear answer.
It also lowers the gear load crews carry from the truck to the job site. Budgets benefit as well, since one garment replaces several single-purpose items. Crews stay consistent with safety rules because the choice is simple each time they step into a new task.
PetroStorm for Both Men and Women in the Field
A proper fit is an important part of safety. When gear fits well, workers move naturally and stay protected. Many women in the utility and industrial sectors told us they wanted PPE designed for their body shapes rather than scaled-down men’s sizes. We responded by expanding our women’s FR rainwear options that supports comfort, range of motion, and correct coverage.
PetroStorm follows that same direction. The line includes sizing that supports both men and women, so everyone on the crew can count on the same level of protection.
What Type of Hazard Control Is PPE Considered?
PPE is considered the last level of protection in the hierarchy of hazard control. This means PPE steps in when other controls, such as engineering and administrative strategies, cannot fully remove the risk. PetroStorm supports this final layer by providing workers with a garment that covers multiple hazards, reducing gaps in protection.
What PPE Is Used for Hazardous Materials?
Workers handling hazardous materials often rely on gloves, chemical-resistant suits, goggles, boots, and full coverage rainwear. PetroStorm fits into this group by offering chemical splash protection, flame resistance, and weather protection. This combination helps workers stay safe during tasks that involve contaminated liquids or unexpected releases.
What Are the 7 Examples of PPE?
General categories of PPE include items that protect different parts of the body based on the hazards present at a job site. These categories help workers understand the type of protection they need before entering a work zone.
Common PPE groups include:
- Head protection
- Eye protection
- Hearing protection
- Respiratory protection
- Hand protection
- Foot protection
- Body protection
Each category plays a specific role in reducing risk. Together, they create a full system that supports worker safety across electric, gas, utility, and oil operations. PetroStorm falls under body protection, but its range of hazard coverage helps workers simplify decision-making when multiple risks arise at once.
Ready for Stronger Protection? Explore PetroStorm
PetroStorm gives workers a clear, simple answer to complex job demands. One garment protects against seven hazards. One choice reduces confusion. One solution helps crews stay safe in environments that change by the minute.
Crews in electric, gas, oil, and utility operations deserve PPE they can trust. PetroStorm reflects our long commitment to those workers and our belief that safety should be strong, simple, and dependable.
Explore PetroStorm and our full range of FR rainwear. Stay ready for the conditions you face each day with gear built for real field work. Your safety matters, and the right protection starts with dependable FR rainwear.
Andrew Wirts is the Sales & Marketing Director at NASCO Industries, Inc., where he has spent more than two decades helping safety professionals find the right protective workwear for the job. Andrew brings hands-on knowledge of the industries NASCO serves, with a focus on flame-resistant rainwear for utility, oil and gas, and industrial workers.
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