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•Organized PPE list to systematically review each item
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•Develop the existing specification sheet template
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•Research each item and create the specification for each.
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•Submit all specifications to the Manager of Safety
Operations and Director of Compliance and Investigations
15. Clear Safety Glasses
#11376-45A
Yellow Lens
#34470-45A
Phoenix II
#31283-45A
Clear Safety Glasses
#11375-45A
Lined Eye Goggles
#11368-45A
Black Rimmed Tinted
#11378-45A
PPE > Eye Protection
Q U I C K V I E W Q U I C K V I E W Q U I C K V I E W
Q U I C K V I E W Q U I C K V I E W Q U I C K V I E W
16. Clear Safety Glasses
#11375-45A
ANSI Z87.1+ ✓
Specifications:
• Impact, Scratch, and Abrasion Resistant
• 99% UV Protection
• Wrap Around Frame
• Indoor/Outdoor Lense Use
• Mirrored Lenses
• Single lens allowing for panoramic view
• Non-slip Rubber Temple Tips
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PPE > Eye Protection > Clear Safety Glasses
17. First Name:
Last Name:
Employee Number:
E-mail
Department:
Approval Requirement:
Supervisor’s First Name:
Supervisor’s Last Name:
Department:
RX Protective Eyewear Form
Editor's Notes
-To write technical specifications for PPE
-specifications readily available to send to companies
-organized list of criteria of each piece of equipment based on respective consensus standards, regulations, and LIRR corporate rules
-To update the PPE catalog
-Re-formatting the layout for ease of use and require less paper
-Updated catalog items: removing obsolete or adding new items
-To obtain new PPE based on employee suggestions
-Conversed with multiple companies through e-mail and phone to order samples of potentially qualified PPE
-Chainsaw gloves and high visibility backpacks
-To attend SAFERS Observations
-Assisted Celia with SAFERS
-Observed the use of PPE for track tie changes
-To measure sound levels of railway equipment
-Assisted Joe Sbarra from Louis Berger by measuring sound of potentially harmful equipment
-Used dosimeters to measure the decibels
-We found that the equipment is harmful to railway workers because our sound measurements showed that the noise level of running equipment exceeded 90 dBA
-Organized PPE list to systematically review each item
-Utilized Excel to organize items to their respective stock numbers
-Pre-classified items into categories
-Associated images with their respective stock numbers for visual ease
-Develop the existing specification sheet template
-Shrunk main ideas into six bullet points to avoid getting too “wordy”
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SCOPE: This section will cover a briefing of the purpose of the specification
DESCRIPTION: Key factors of specified product, what’s expected of the product
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: In-depth explanation of which standards product must meet, specified dimensions for various sizing, materials used to manufacture product
PRODUCT QUALIFICATIONS: Procedure for not yet approved products by LIRR
INSPECTIONS: Entitlement to observe/asses the manufacturing process of a product
RETURN OF SHIPMENT: Joint inspection with manufacturer for final acceptance and agreement
-Division of physical requirements in an orderly matter
-Careful wording such as “shall,” “may,” “can”; nothing biased
-Tabulated data involving measurements and labels
-Clear, mirror, tinted polycarbonate lenses which are highly impact and scratch resistant
-99% absorption of UV light
-Lenses markings: manufacturer’s logo, impact rating, specified lenses such as filters for different lighting, specific uses such as splash/droplet, dust, fine dust
-Frame/shield markings
-Sequence of markings
-Plane view dimensions
-NRR ranges from 25-33 dB
-For use near electric currents, it is vital to have a dielectric design
-High attenuation (reduction of sound) for maximum protection
-Disposable or reusable materials for ear plugs
-Corded or uncorded ear plugs
-For rubber gloves: Classifications for voltage class along with color coded labels which correspond to a specified minimum distance between protectors and rubber gloves. Different cuff styles: straight, bell, and contour
-For high visibility: ANSI/ISEA 107 high visible orange with reflective material that is at least 2 in. wide
-For Cut Resistant: ANSI/ISEA 105 for cut performance levels; ASTM F1790 test, ISO 13997
-Updated cover
-Index with clickable bookmarks for easy navigation
-Condensed list of items with pictures (still missing some pictures)
-Easy-to-use design
-Time efficient
-Pre-sorted categorized items
-Search bar for quick navigation
-Cleary labeled items with their respective images and stock numbers
-Hover/clickable links for ease of use
-Quick view: brief description of product
-+: quick check-out
-Provides pictures and specifications
-Provide employee’s information (identification, dept., etc.) in a field form
-Procedure for items that must be approved by supervisor:
-After order submitted, supervisor will immediately be notified through email which is automatically pre-recorded in the system
-Supervisor must approve before order is processed successfully
-Items will be packaged and available to be delivered/picked up
-Online Catalog
-Keeping employees aware of what PPE is available to them
-Easy processing
-Save paper from printing physical catalogs
-Have specifications readily available for potential international purchases
-Include standards such as CFR, CSA, EN, CE, ISO, AS/NZ
-Unit conversions as courtesy
-Look into electronic transaction methods to avoid complications with currency differences
-PPE Inventory Management and Accessibility
-Invest in new software that is easily used by administrator and easily accessible for employees
-Accessibility to view existing items, many employees didn’t know some items even existed
-Lessening exposure of loud equipment
-Frequent breaks/switching off tasks
-Muffle loud equipment
-Use hearing protection at vital times
