___ Are protective goggles or face shields provided and worn where there is any danger of flying particles or corrosive materials?
___ Are approved safety glasses required to be worn at all times when there is a risk of eye injuries such as punctures, abrasions, contusions or burns?
___ Are employees who need corrective lenses (glasses or contacts) in working environments having harmful exposures, required to wear only approved safety glasses, protective goggles, or use other medically approved precautionary procedures?
___ Are protective gloves, aprons, shields or other means provided against cuts, corrosive liquids and chemicals?
___ Are hard hats provided and worn where danger of falling objects exists?
___ Are hard hats inspected periodically for damage to the shell and suspension system?
___ Is appropriate foot protection required where there is the risk of foot injuries from hot, corrosive, poisonous substances, falling objects, crushing or penetrating actions?
___ Are approved respirators provided for regular or emergency use where needed?
___ Is all protective equipment maintained in a sanitary condition and ready for use?
___ Do you have eye wash facilities and a Quick Drench Shower within the work area where employees are exposed to injurious corrosive materials?
___ Where special equipment is needed for electrical workers, is it available?
___ Where lunches are eaten on the premises, are they eaten in areas where there is no exposure to toxic materials or other health hazards?
___ Is protection against the effects of occupational noise exposure provided when sound levels exceed those of the OSHA noise standard?
___ Are adequate work procedures, protective clothing and equipment provided and used when cleaning up spilled toxic or otherwise hazardous materials or liquids?
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