BASIC RULES

Use right PPE for the job.

Inspect PPE for damage.
Clean PPE after each use.
Replace defective equipment.
Follow your facilitys safety rules.
EYE PROTECTION

Safety glasses

Goggles

Face shields

Welding helmets

Laser eyewear.
HEARING PROTECTION

Earplugs

Hearing bands

Earmuffs.

Protection is needed in any high-noise

area. Wear it!
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To properly insert earplugs:

Wash hands.

Roll plug into rod-like shape.

Pull back and upwards on ear.

Insert plug into ear canal.

Hold for a few seconds.

HEAD PROTECTION
Two types of hard hats:
Type I protects top of head
Type II protects head from lateral,
frontal, back and top impact
Hard hats should withstand up to
40 pounds of impact and comply with
ANSI standards.
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Three classes of hard hats:

Class C protects from falling objects
Class E protects from high voltage
electrical hazards and impact
Class G protects from low voltage
electrical hazards and impact.
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Wear hard hat parallel to the ground not tilted.

To check hard hat fit, bend over with hat
on and shake head. Hat should stay on.
Wash suspension every month.
Never drop, throw, paint or drill into hard hats.
 HAND PROTECTION

Use appropriate gloves when working

around:
Chemicals
Abrasive or corrosive materials
Electrical equipment
Machinery hot spots
Hand tools.
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Store specialty gloves away from:

Light

Temperature extremes

Excessive humidity

Other damaging conditions.

FOOT PROTECTION
Protects against compression, impact,
punctures, and chemical and electrical
hazards.
Types:
Overboots
Over-the-sock boots
Work shoes or boots
Specialty footwear
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For correct fit, go by size of street shoes.

Wear 100 percent cotton socks.

If damp, let footwear dry before wearing.