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PPE : 

PPE Personal Protective Equipment

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What is a hazard? A hazard is an existing (or potential) hazardous or unsafe condition or work practice that, by itself or in combination with other conditions, could cause injury, illness, or death to workers, as well as cause property damage. Hazards may exist from

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How do you control hazards? To control hazardous and unsafe conditions and work practices, use the most effective control methods feasible at your work place. Try to reduce employee exposure by implementing effective controls that do not primarily rely on individual employee behavior. Follow a system of strategies, called the "Hierarchy of Controls," which prioritizes control methods that try to remove or reduce the hazard: Hierarchy of Controls (most to least effective)

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Past Of PPE

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PPE is equipment or a device that protects a workers body from hazards and any harmful conditions (existing and potential) that may result in injury, illness, or possibly death. PPE may be an item worn on the body, such as gloves, or a device, such as a protective shield or barrier. (See table of examples on next page.) PPE is the least effective way to protect workers because it does not eliminate or reduce the hazard; it only places a barrier between the worker and the hazard. If the PPE fails or is not used, then the worker is not protected from the hazard. Therefore, try considering more effective methods to control the hazard before resorting to PPE. Personal Protective Equipment

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Examples of some PPE

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The "Personal Protective Equipment" Standard

Eye & Face Protection : 

Eye & Face Protection If the employees are exposed to any of the following hazards requires eye and face protection Flying particles Molten metal splashes Liquid chemicals Acids or caustic liquids Chemical gases or vapors Harmful light radiation or any light that could injure the eyes such as lasers, ultraviolet, or infrared light Blood and other potentially infectious body fluids that might splash, spray, or splatter

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Safety glasses are perhaps the most widely used type of eye protection. While they may look similar to regular glasses, they are much stronger and more resistant to impact and heat than regular glasses. In addition, most safety glasses are equipped with side shields that give you protection from hazards that may not be directly in front of you. Both prescription and nonprescription safety glasses are available. In addition, a wide variety of lens coatings are available for special work situations. Safety glasses should be Z-87 approved to meet OSHA regulations. Eye Protection---- Safety Glasses

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Goggles give you more protection than safety glasses because they fit closer to your face. Because goggles surround the eye area, they give you more protection in situations where you might encounter splashing liquids, fumes, vapors, powders, dusts, and mists. Different types of goggles are available. They must indicate that they are chemical splash goggles to be worn for that purpose. Eye Protection---- Goggles

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Though you may not be a welder, a wide variety of absorptive lenses are available for use in safety glasses and goggles. These absorptive lenses offer additional protection if you must work where there is bright light or glare. Eye Protection ---- Absorptive Lens

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Face shields offer you full face protection and are often used around operations which expose you to molten metal, chemical splashes, or flying particles. Many face shields can be used while wearing a hard hat. NOTE: You should always wear safety glasses or goggles when using a face shield for added protection. Face shields alone are NOT considered adequate eye protection. Face & Eye Protection ---- Face Shield

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Welding helmets provide both face and eye protection. Welding helmets use special absorptive lenses that filter the intense light and radiant energy that is produced during welding operations. As with face shields, safety glasses or goggles should be worn when using a welding helmet. Face & Eye Protection ---- Welding Helmet

Lung Protection ---- Respirators : 

Lung Protection ---- Respirators If the employees are exposed to the following Hazard will require lung Protection vapors from cleaning with solvent

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There are two major categories of respirators: 1. Air Purifying Respirators:- These types of respirators include: - Air Purifying Disposable Particulate Masks; - Air Purifying Half Mask Respirators; - Air Purifying Full Face Mask Respirators; - Gas Masks; and - Powered Air Purifying Respirators. 2. Supplied Air Respirators:- These types of respirators include: - Airline Respirators; - Emergency Escape Breathing Apparatus; and - Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Types of Respirators

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If the employees are exposed to any of the following hazards requires head protection falling objects or materials flying or propelled objects contact with overhead objects hair-catching hazard hair fire hazard electrical hazards Head Protection----- Hard Hats

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Class A designed to:  - Protect you from falling objects; and  - Protect you from electrical shocks up to 2,200 volts. Class B are designed to:  - Protect you from falling objects; and  - Protect you from electrical shocks up to 20,000 volts. Class C are designed to :  - Protect you from falling objects;  - DO NOT protect you from electrical shocks;   and  - DO NOT protect you from corrosive   substances. Types of Hard Hats

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Head Protection----- Bump Caps Bump caps are made from light weight plastic and are designed to protect you from bumping your head on protruding objects. Bump caps DO NOT: - Use a suspension system;  - Protect you from falling objects; or  - Protect you from electrical shocks. WARNING: You should never substitute a bump cap for a hard hat.

Hearing Protection : 

Hearing Protection Many types of hearing protection devices are available. Popular types of hearing protection devices are: 1. Foam Earplugs 2. PVC Earplugs 3. Earmuffs

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Earplugs - Advantages & Disadvantages Each of the types of hearing protection devices has its advantages and disadvantages.   The advantages of Foam and PVC earplugs are: 1. Small & lightweight; 2. Comfortable in hot environments; and 3. Easily used with other safety equipment. The disadvantages of earplugs are: 1. May work loose and require occasional     refitting; 2. Require specific fitting instructions; and 3. Are frequently soiled.

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Earmuffs - Advantages & Disadvantages Earmuffs are another type of hearing protection device.  The advantages of earmuffs are: 1. Easy for your employer to supervise the wearing of this device; 2. One size fits all; and 3. Fits better for longer periods of time. The disadvantages of earmuffs are: 1. May fit tight on your head; 2. Uncomfortable in a warm environment; and 3. Problems occur when used with other equipment.

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You should wear a hearing protection device whenever you are exposed to noise that is 85 decibels or greater for an 8-hour period of time. When Should You Wear a Hearing Protection Device?

Hand Protection : 

Hand Protection If the employees are exposed to any of the following hazards requires Hand protection Severe cuts, lacerations, or abrasions Punctures Thermal burns Harmful temperature extremes Chemical hazards - Absorption of harmful substances - Chemical burns - Rashes, irritation

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There are many type of gloves that are designed to protect your hands. Hand Protection----- Gloves

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----- Gloves

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Hand Protection----- Other Protective Measures - Forearm Cuffs are used to protect your   forearm. - Thumb Guards and Finger Cots protect only   your thumb or fingers. - Mittens protect your hands while working   around very cold or hot materials. - Hand Pads are often found in kitchens and   laboratories. Hand pads protect your hands   while working around very hot materials.

Leg & Foot Protection : 

Leg & Foot Protection If the employees are exposed to any of the following hazards requires foot and leg protection Objects which could - Fall (impact hazard) - Roll (compression hazard) - Pierce or cut the sole or uppers (puncture hazard) Electrical hazards Chemical hazards

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Foot Protection----- Safety Shoes There are many types of footwear that are designed to protect your feet.

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----- Safety Shoes

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----- Safety Shoes

Torso/Body Protection : 

Torso/Body Protection If the employees are exposed to any of the following hazards requires torso/body protection • Intense heat • Splashes of hot metals and other hot liquids • Impacts from tools, machinery, and materials • Cuts • Hazardous chemicals • Contact with potentially infectious materials, like blood • Radiation

PPE for Torso/Body Protection : 

Some types of PPE for the body include • Vests • Aprons • Coveralls • Jackets • Body Suits • Welding Leathers • Protective clothing for temperature extremes: Heat Cold - Cooling vests - Parkas - Long-sleeved shirt - Heavy gloves and pants - Hoods - Insulated protective outer wear PPE for Torso/Body Protection

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Employer Responsibilities

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Employer Responsibilities

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Employer Responsibilities Providing PPE Once your area has been assessed, your employer must provide, at no cost to you, appropriate personal protection equipment that fits, for you to use while performing your job. NOTE: If you have your own personal protective equipment, it must be approved by your employer before you can use it on the job. Check with your supervisor or safety manager before using your own equipment.

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Training Your employer must also provide you with training. Your training must include: * When PPE is necessary; * What PPE is necessary; * How to properly use your PPE; * How to care for your PPE; and * How to store your PPE. Employer Responsibilities

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Maintenance of PPE In addition to providing you with PPE, your employer must maintain the PPE used by employees. If a piece of PPE cannot be repaired, it must be discarded and replaced Employer Responsibilities Recordkeeping Finally, your employer must maintain records of the workplace assessment and of your training.

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Employee Responsibilities Attend Training Sessions You are responsible for attending all PPE training sessions. Remember, the best PPE in the world is useless unless you know how to use and care for it!Assess Potential Hazards Before you start any job, assess the real and potential hazards associated with that job. Follow ALL Warnings and Precautions Take time to read any and all warnings and precautions that may appear on tools, equipment, chemicals, MSDSs, and personal protective equipment.

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Employee Responsibilities Listen and Follow Directions Listen and follow the directions that you may be given by your supervisor or safety manager. They want you to return home today, and everyday, safe and sound to your family and friends. Report Report any and ALL unsafe conditions you may find in your work area to your supervisor or safety manager. REMEMBER: Safety is a team effort!

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The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Rule says you must • Do a Hazard Assessment for PPE and document it • Select and provide appropriate PPE to your employees • Provide training to your employees and document it • Make sure your employees use their PPE properly • Make sure PPE is in safe and good condition - NOTE -Defective equipment can be worse than no PPE at all. Summary