The answer to this question is very simple: because personal protective equipment is designed to keep you safe.
For example, this spring I decided to fix my roof, because after the past winter some of my tiles were a little bit shaky. I did not want to hire professionals just to fix three or four tiles, so I decided to solve the problem myself. When my wife heard that I wanted to take care of it without any help, she asked me if I had the necessary tools and safety equipment. I told her that I had all the right tools, but that I did not need any safety equipment just to fix four tiles. Unfortunately I was very wrong.
The first time I hurt myself was when I was using the hammer: that was when I regretted not having any protective gloves. But the second time was more serious. While I was trying to reach for one of my tools, I slipped and lost my balance. Fortunately for me, I fell right into my backyard pool. But there is one thing I have learned: whenever you are doing anything on the roof, be sure that you have everything that you need, including a roofing safety harness.
Safety Equipment Provider – Preferred Safety Products, Inc.