PPE is the personal protective equipment tool that will protect the user against health or safety risks. PPE can include items such as safety helmets, gloves, eye protection, hazmat suits, high-visibility clothing, safety footwear, safety harnesses, ear plugs, ear defenders, and respiratory protective equipment (RPE). The construction, mining, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries are among those using PPE regularly. Healthcare workers also use PPE to ensure safety during working hours.
PPE is also required for many transportation maintenance activities. Both employers and employees have responsibilities for maintaining a safe work environment.
It is not enough to just provide your employees with PPE. You must also train all employees who use PPE in the following:
- When and why PPE is necessary.
- The type of PPE is necessary to fit the job duty.
- How to correctly put on, take off, adjust, and wear needed PPE. The limitations of the equipment.
- The useful life of the equipment, as well as the proper care.
- Cleaning, maintenance, and disposal of the equipment.
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