Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the equipment necessary for you to protect yourself while performing your job. It includes respirators, eyewear, gloves, clothing, hearing protection, and steel toe shoes.
Who should wear PPE?
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Laboratory workers
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Maintenance workers
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Construction workers
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Custodians
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Pesticide applicators
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Painters
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Firefighters
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Many others who may be exposed to chemical, physical or biological agents on the job
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TYPES OF PPE
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Head Protection
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Eye Protection
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safety goggles, safety glasses, face shields
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Hearing Protection
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Hand Protection
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Clothing
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Tyvek®, chemical aprons, cotton coveralls, and many more. Make sure you have the right clothes for the job!
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Respiratory Protection
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half-face, full-face, powered air purifying, air-line, SCBA. Respirator use requires annual fit testing and training. This service is offered by EH&S. Call 255-8200 for more information.
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Key items to remember about PPE:
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Avoid or minimize exposure by wearing the appropriate protective equipment.
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Select the proper protective equipment for the job. Call the EH&S Occupational Health and Safety Section at 255-8200 for assistance.
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Use the appropriate PPE for the job. Inspect the equipment before each use to ensure it is in good condition.
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Never alter or modify your PPE
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CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE
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If you think you have the wrong PPE for the job, CALL EH&S AT 255-8200
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THINK AHEAD! If you know of a possible job hazard in the future, talk to your supervisor or EH&S about appropriate PPE for that job TODAY!
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The OSHA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standard, requires that employees who wear PPE receive training on the following topics:
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when PPE is necessary
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what PPE is necessary
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how to properly wear PPE
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the limitations of the PPE
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proper care, maintenance, useful life and disposal of the PPE
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Environmental Health and Safety has developed a PPE training program and provides consultative services to departments in order to meet the requirements stated above. The EH&S program provides employees with the appropriate protective equipment and training that meets the OSHA PPE standard. If you are interested in learning more about EH&S PPE services, contact 255-8200
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