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PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT (PPE)
TERMINOLOGIES
YOU NEED TO KNOW AS A SAFETY PRO

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RESPIRATOR
A device designed to protect the
wearer from inhaling hazardous
substances, including gases,
vapors, and particles

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N95 MASK
A type of respirator that filters
out at least 95% of airborne
particles, including viruses and
bacteria

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FACE SHIELD
Transparent protective
equipment that covers the face
to protect against splashes,
droplets, and airborne particles

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SAFETY GLASSES
Protective eyewear designed
to prevent injury from impact,
flying particles, and chemical
splashes

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EARPLUGS
Devices inserted into the ear
canal to protect against noise-
induced hearing loss

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HARD HAT

A helmet designed to protect

the head from falling objects
and impact injuries at
construction sites and
industrial settings

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SAFETY GLOVES
Protective hand coverings
designed to prevent injuries
from cuts, abrasions, chemicals,
and other hazards

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HIGH-VISIBILITY
CLOTHING
Garments with reflective strips
or bright colors worn to
enhance visibility in low-light
conditions, such as
construction sites or roadways

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RESPIRATORY
PROTECTION
PROGRAM
A comprehensive plan outlining
procedures for selecting, using,
and maintaining respirators in
the workplace

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PERSONAL FALL
ARREST SYSTEM
(PFAS)
Equipment used to prevent
workers from falling from
heights, typically including
harnesses, lanyards, and
anchorage points

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CHEMICAL
PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING
Apparel designed to shield the
wearer from exposure to
hazardous chemicals and
substances

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WELDING HELMET

Headgear worn by welders to

protect the eyes, face, and neck
from arc flash, sparks, and
infrared radiation

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TYVEK SUIT

Disposable protective clothing

made of Tyvek material, which
provides a barrier against
particles, liquids, and chemicals

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STEEL-TOED
BOOTS
Safe practices for handling,
storing, and using chemicals
on-site

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HEARING
PROTECTION ZONE
Designated areas where noise
levels exceed safe limits,
requiring the use of ear
protection

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FULL-FACE
RESPIRATOR
A type of respirator that covers
the entire face, providing
protection against gases,
vapors, and particles

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ARC FLASH
PROTECTION
Equipment and clothing
designed to protect against
electrical arc flash hazards,
including arc-rated clothing,
face shields, and gloves

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EMERGENCY
EYEWASH STATION
A fixture used to flush the eyes
with water in the event of
chemical exposure or
contamination

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CHEMICAL
CARTRIDGE
A component of a respirator
that filters out specific gases
and vapors from the air.

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RESPIRATOR FIT
TEST
A procedure to ensure that a
respirator forms a proper seal
on the wearer's face,
conducted to assess the
respirator's effectiveness

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SELF-CONTAINED
BREATHING
APPARATUS
(SCBA)
Respiratory equipment that
provides breathable air
independent of the ambient
atmosphere, commonly used in
firefighting and confined space
entry
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DUST MASK

A lightweight respirator
designed to filter out particles,
such as dust, pollen, and mold
spores, from the air

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POWERED AIR-
PURIFYING
RESPIRATOR
(PAPR)
A type of respirator that uses a
battery-powered fan to draw
air through filters, providing
respiratory protection against
airborne contaminants.

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CHEMICAL SPLASH
GOGGLES
Eyewear designed to protect
against chemical splashes and
vapors.

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CONFINED SPACE
ENTRY PERMIT
Authorization required before
entering a confined space,
outlining safety procedures,
hazards, and rescue protocols.

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RESPIRABLE
CRYSTALLINE
SILICA (RCS)
Fine particles of silica dust that
can cause lung disease,
requiring respiratory
protection in certain work
environments

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DISPOSABLE
COVERALLS
Full-body protective garments
worn to prevent contamination
and exposure to hazards, often
used in healthcare and
cleanroom environments.

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HEARING
CONSERVATION
PROGRAM
A workplace program aimed at
preventing hearing loss
through noise monitoring,
training, and the provision of
hearing protection.

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ANTI-FOG SAFETY
GLASSES
Eyewear treated with coatings
to prevent fogging, ensuring
clear vision in humid or
temperature-changing
environments.

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EMERGENCY
ESCAPE
BREATHING
APPARATUS
(EEBA)
Portable respiratory devices
used to escape from hazardous
atmospheres, such as confined
spaces or smoke-filled areas

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CHEMICAL-
RESISTANT
GLOVES
Hand protection made from
materials that resist
degradation and permeation by
hazardous chemicals

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FACE FIT TESTING

Assessment to determine the
compatibility of a respirator
with an individual's facial
features, ensuring an adequate
seal

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FALL PROTECTION
HARNESS
A system of straps worn around
the torso and legs, connected
to an anchor point to prevent
falls from elevated surfaces.

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REFLECTIVE VEST

High-visibility garment worn to

enhance visibility during
nighttime or low-light
conditions, commonly used by
road construction workers and
emergency responders

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EMERGENCY
SHOWERS
Fixtures providing a deluge of
water to rinse off hazardous
substances from the body in
case of chemical exposure

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HAZARDOUS
MATERIAL SUIT
Full-body protective clothing
designed to shield against
chemical, biological,
radiological, and nuclear
(CBRN) hazards

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ANSI Z87.1

American National Standard

Institute (ANSI) standard for
eye and face protection,
specifying requirements for
safety glasses and goggles.

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UV PROTECTION

Eyewear designed to block

ultraviolet (UV) radiation,
protecting the eyes from sun
damage and potential vision
problems

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CHEMICAL
CARTRIDGE
RESPIRATOR
A type of respirator equipped
with cartridges containing
activated carbon or other
filtering materials to remove
specific contaminants from the
air.
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HEARING
PROTECTOR
RATING (HPR)
A measure of the effectiveness
of hearing protection devices in
reducing noise exposure,
typically expressed in decibels
(dB)

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IMPACT-
RESISTANT
GOGGLES
Eyewear with lenses capable of
withstanding high-velocity
impacts, protecting against
flying debris and projectiles

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ANTI-STATIC
GLOVES
Protective gloves designed to
dissipate static electricity,
preventing static discharge and
potential hazards in sensitive
environments

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FALL ARREST
LANYARD
A flexible line connecting the
worker's harness to an
anchorage point, designed to
arrest falls and limit the forces
on the body.

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CHEMICAL APRON
Protective garment worn to
shield the torso and legs from
chemical splashes and spills.

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FIT CHECK

A procedure performed before

wearing a respirator to ensure
proper fit and seal on the face,
involving positive and negative
pressure checks.

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ANSI Z89.1:

American National Standard

Institute (ANSI) standard for
industrial head protection,
specifying requirements for
hard hats and helmets.

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EMERGENCY
ESCAPE HOOD
A compact respiratory device
worn over the head to provide
short-term protection during
emergency evacuation from
smoke, fire, or chemical
releases.

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CUT-RESISTANT
GLOVES
Protective gloves made from
materials such as Kevlar or
steel mesh to prevent cuts and
lacerations from sharp objects.

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ARC FLASH SUIT

Full-body protective clothing
designed to shield against the
thermal hazards of arc flash
events, including flash fires and
intense heat.

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PPE HIERARCHY OF
CONTROLS
A framework for prioritizing the
selection and implementation of
personal protective equipment,
emphasizing elimination,
substitution, engineering
controls, administrative controls,
and finally, PPE as a last resort
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