The different types of personal protective equipment are:
- Face Shields.
- Gloves.
- Goggles and Glasses.
- Gowns.
- Head Covers.
- Masks.
- Respirators.
- Shoe Covers.
What items are not PPE?
Uniforms, caps, or other clothing worn solely to identify a person as an employee would not be considered PPE because such items are not being worn for protection from a workplace hazard. Similarly, items worn to keep employees clean for purposes unrelated to safety or health are not considered PPE.
What are 3 types of safety equipment?
Types of personal protective equipment
- Respiratory protection – for example, disposable, cartridge, air line, half or full face.
- Eye protection – for example, spectacles/goggles, shields, visors.
- Hearing protection – for example, ear muffs and plugs.
- Hand protection – for example, gloves and barrier creams.
What are four examples of safety equipment that can be worn?
Personal protective equipment, commonly referred to as “PPE”, is equipment worn to minimize exposure to a variety of hazards. Examples of PPE include such items as gloves, foot and eye protection, protective hearing devices (earplugs, muffs) hard hats, respirators and full body suits.
What PPE must be worn at all times?
At a minimum, each employee is required to wear a hard hat and safety glasses. High visibility safety vests with reflective striping are required when employees are exposed to vehicular traffic. In the absences of vehicular traffic, high visibility shirts should be worn at all times.
Can I wear my own PPE at work?
Yes. Your employer can tell you to wear safety equipment (such as gloves, a visor or boots) and if you don’t, they are entitled to take disciplinary action, including excluding you from the workplace.
When to consider health and safety when using portable devices?
Nicola Mullineux, research co-ordinator from Peninsula Business Services, outlines the health and safety risks that can occur when using portable devices. The Health and Safety (Display Screens Equipment) Regulations 1992 outline points to consider when using computer equipment, with the aim of minimising the risks of work-related health issues.
What are physical hazards of machinery and equipment?
The point of operation, as well as all parts of the machine that move while the machine is operating, must be safeguarded. Environmental Health and Safety has established programs to guide employees in working safely and guarding against physical hazards. Go to the staff directory for individual contacts within EHS.
Why do you need a machinery and equipment safety guide?
Employers can use this guide to: • identify machinery and equipment hazards in the workplace • eliminate or reduce the risk of those hazards causing harm. The guide will also be useful to anyone else who is interested in machinery and equipment safety, such as employees and Safety and Health Representatives.
What are the health and safety regulations for computers?
The Health and Safety (Display Screens Equipment) Regulations 1992 outline points to consider when using computer equipment, with the aim of minimising the risks of work-related health issues.
