Personal Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment Employers have duties concerning the provision and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at work. Importance Making the workplace safe Providing instructions Training and supervision Safe Systems of Work Encourage people to work safely Remain might hazards Types of PPE You Can Use Selection Tips Head Protection -CSA-approved hard hat highly visible in colour. Eye Protection - CSA-approved safety glasses and faceshield. Hearing Protection CSA-approved* hearing protection (Chain saws create high noise levels 95 to 115 dBA). Gloves and Mitts - Leather gloves with ballistic nylon reinforcement on the back. They offer a good grip on the saw, protect the hands and absorb vibration. Foot Protection - Heavy, well-fitted CSA-approved safety work boots - Boots made of ballistic nylon offer the best cut protection. - Rubber soles for wet weather and snow, and hobnail boots, grip soles or cork sides for rough terrain. 1 Instruct and train people how to use it Leg Protection - Trousers or chaps with sewn in ballistic nylon pads. - Close fitting clothing without cuffs, made of close-woven 2 Choose products which are CE marked in accordance with the PPE Regulations 2002 – suppliers can advise you 3 Choose equipment that suits the user - consider the size, fit and weight of the PPE fabrics. 4 If more than one item of PPE is worn at the same time, make sure they can be used together Maintenance Tips Personal Protective Equipment Provided By The Surveyed Companies 100 90 PPE must be properly looked after and stored when not in use,If it is reusable it must be cleaned and kept in good condition. 80 1 Using the right replacement parts which match the original 2 keeping replacement PPE available E 30 8 20 2 10 3 who is responsible for maintenance and how it is to be done 4 having a supply of appropriate disposable suits which are useful for dirty jobs where laundry costs are high, PPE provided by the surveyed companies Goggles IHard Hats I Face Shields Gloves IWork boots Unifoms Making the workplace safe includes providing instructions, procedures, training and supervision to encourage people to work safely and responsibly. Designed & lssued in Public Interest By breathe SAFETY LTD Source http://www.hse.gov.uk/toolbox/ppe.htm Percent of companies