This document provides an overview of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and types of PPE. It discusses OSHA regulations requiring that PPE be provided and properly used/maintained. Common types of PPE described include safety glasses, face shields, gloves, hard hats, respirators, hearing protection, and foot protection. Specific PPE like safety glasses, face shields, ear plugs, steel-toe boots, and hard hats are examined in more detail. Hazards protected against and proper use and maintenance of various PPE are highlighted.

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PPE Refresher 2013-14PPE Refresher 2013-14
Personal Protective Equipment

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PPEPPE
Personal protective equipment is a must
when you work with tools. According to
OSHA’S requirements PPE must be
provided, used, and maintained in a
sanitary and reliable condition at all times.
Here are some common types of PPE:
 Safety glasses.
 Face shield.
 Gloves.
Hard hat.
Respirator.
Hearing protection.
Foot protection.

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Fact:Fact:
Some of us do notSome of us do not
wearing our sidewearing our side
shield glasses whileshield glasses while
on the productionon the production
floor all the time.floor all the time.

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Safety GlassesSafety Glasses
Safety glasses are the most commonly used form of
eye protection. They are designed primarily to protect
workers from the hazards of flying particles that may
strike the eye from the front. ANSI Z87 1
Side Shields
Safety glasses with side shields offer protection from
flying particles in front of the face or to the side. Jobs
that usually require side shields include drill press
operations, grinding operations glass & woodworking
activities.

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Eye & Face ProtectionEye & Face Protection
Eye and face protection should always be worn as a
protective barrier to guard the worker from:
 Flying particles
 Molten metal
 Chemicals in liquid form
 Acids or caustic liquids
 Chemical gases or vapors
 Light radiation that results from
welding, brazing, or soldering operations.

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Face shield isFace shield is
requiredrequired
whenwhen
grinding!grinding!

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Notice this employeesNotice this employees goodgood
practicepractice of wearing side shieldof wearing side shield
safety glasses under his facesafety glasses under his face
shield .shield .

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Face shield factFace shield fact
Face shields do not protect from impact
hazards!

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Good PracticesGood Practices VSVS Bad PracticeBad Practice

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Next we will look at -Next we will look at -

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HearingHearing
ConservationConservation

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IntroductionIntroduction
Noise is any unwanted sound that causes or
contributes to hearing loss. Noise-induced
hearing loss is irreversible. There is no surgery
to repair it, no drugs to treat it, and no
occupational therapy to bring it back.
You may be at risk of suffering significant
hearing loss from being exposed continually to
noise from machinery, tools, air arc welding
ect….

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The following decibel readings will give youThe following decibel readings will give you
an idea of various sound levels.an idea of various sound levels.
Average factory: 80-90 decibels.
Lawn mower: 91decibels.
Rock concert:105 decibels.
Above 140 decibels: Jet engines, gunfire, and
explosives.
When sound intensity equals or exceeds 140
decibels a single exposure may cause
permanent hearing loss.

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Noise Reduction RatingNoise Reduction Rating
(NRR)(NRR)
Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) is the
measure, in decibels, of how well a
hearing protector reduces noise, as
specified by the Environmental Protection
Agency.
The higher the number, the greater the
noise reduction.

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Ear plugsEar plugs
DisposableDisposable ear plugs are designed for
individual use. They are made of formable
material and designed to insert into a person’s
ear canal. Once inside the ear canal they will
expand and conform to the shape of the ear
canal. Ear plugs must fit snugly inside the ear
canal to reduce the noise level. This type of
hearing protection you may need to reshape
before use.

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90dba90dba
When an employees noise exposure
exceeds an 8 hour time weighted average
(TWA) sound average of 90dba they must
use hearing protection.

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Next - Bill gives us someNext - Bill gives us some
reasons why people loosereasons why people loose
their hearingtheir hearing

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1. People feel noise is not a threat to them. It is not
like air contaminants that they can see or smell
and which may make them sick.
2. People think they have an abundance of normal
hearing. They take their hearing for granted
because, unlike blindness, they have never
experienced deafness.
3. The initial injury to hearing may not be evident.
Most noise induced hearing loss is cumulative
and serious damage may occur over several
years.

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Remember this……..Remember this……..
When sound intensity equals orWhen sound intensity equals or
exceeds 140 decibelsexceeds 140 decibels a singlea single
exposure may cause permanentexposure may cause permanent
hearing loss.hearing loss.

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Hand and Foot protectionHand and Foot protection

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GlovesGloves
Ray demonstrates
proper hand protection

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Hand ProtectionHand Protection
Everyday HazardsEveryday Hazards
We don’t give it much thought but our hands are the most
convenient tools we have for accomplishing a wide variety of
jobs that need to be done. We don’t realize it , that is, until
they are sore or swollen or the skin is cracked and peeling.
Keeping hands strong and healthy is important because they
are so essential to our daily activities.
Some hand hazards include:
 Harmful substance: Absorbed into the skin.
 Sharp metal or process: Cuts, lacerations, abrasions, or
punctures.
 Chemicals: Irritate the skin or enter the blood stream.
 Temperature: Temperature extremes.

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Type of protectionType of protection
Chemical Hazards
When gloves that are used to protect againstWhen gloves that are used to protect against
chemical hazards are selected, your employer needschemical hazards are selected, your employer needs
to consider the following:to consider the following:
1.1. The toxic properties of the chemical including:The toxic properties of the chemical including:
 Local effects on the skin.Local effects on the skin.
 Systemic effects.Systemic effects.
1.1. Generally, any chemical resistant glove can be used whenGenerally, any chemical resistant glove can be used when
working with dry powders.working with dry powders.
2.2. For mixtures, select the glove based on the chemicalFor mixtures, select the glove based on the chemical
component with the shortest breakthrough time.component with the shortest breakthrough time.
3.3. Select gloves that can be removed without contaminatingSelect gloves that can be removed without contaminating
the skin.the skin.

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Type of protectionType of protection
Temperature extremes
If workers are exposed to high levels of radiant heat,If workers are exposed to high levels of radiant heat,
gloves should reflect the heat and insulate the hands.gloves should reflect the heat and insulate the hands.
Some glove material may become brittle and crackSome glove material may become brittle and crack
when exposed to extremely cold conditions, so gloveswhen exposed to extremely cold conditions, so gloves
that are intended to protect against the cold should bethat are intended to protect against the cold should be
selected.selected.
Electrical
Workers needing protection from electrical hazards andWorkers needing protection from electrical hazards and
high voltage must wear rubber insulating gloves.high voltage must wear rubber insulating gloves.

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Glove selectionGlove selection
Glove selection should be based on
the following criteria:
– The hazards.
– Length of glove.
– How long.
– Grip pattern.
– How often you are exposed to hazard.
– Dexterity, finger movement needed to do job
properly.
– Product quality and life span.
– Laundering or reconditioning requirements.

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Steel Toe BootsSteel Toe Boots

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Workplace hazardsWorkplace hazards
The toes, ankles, and feet are exposed to a
wide range of on the job injuries. Wearing
the proper foot protection helps to guard
against:
 Injuries from objects falling onto or rolling over the feet.
 Injuries from objects that pierce the sole of a shoe or boot.
 Exposure to electrical hazards.
 Exposure to chemicals and solvents.
 Temperature extremes.
 Fungal infections caused by wetness.

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Not good example of steel
toe boots in good repair!

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Example ofExample of
wellwell
maintainedmaintained
boots!boots!

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Head ProtectionHead Protection

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Workplace Hazards to the HeadWorkplace Hazards to the Head
Head injuries are usually caused by
the impact & penetration of falling or
flying objects, or by bumping against
a fixed object. Injuries also occur
when unprotected heads come in
contact with exposed electrical
conductors.

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The outer shell will:
Absorb the force of impact
Deflect falling or flying items
Prevent sharp objects from penetrating the
skull.
Protect the front, sides, & back of the
head.
This system spreads the force of impact
over a wider area of the head.
Types of Head Protection cont.Types of Head Protection cont.

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Holes should never be drilled or punched in a helmet
shell for ventilation. This only serves to reduce the
helmet’s ability to sustain impact.
Class ‘E’ helmets must never have holes drilled in
the shell or any accessory that contains metal.
Do not store a safety helmet on the rear window
shelf of a vehicle.
Overexposure to ultraviolet light such as sunlight &
extreme heat may cause the shell to deteriorate.
A snug fitting helmet liner can be worn to protect
the head , ears, & neck in cold weather.
Do’s & Don'tsDo’s & Don'ts

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Wearing a protective helmet
will lessen the chance of a
serious head injury when
objects such as small tools,
pieces of wood, stones or
sparks from overhead work
come in contact with the
head. The best practice to
follow is, wherever the
potential for dangerous
conditions exists, wear head
protection.
Wear it!

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This is a poor example of headThis is a poor example of head
protection!protection!

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The EndThe End
Thank you !