Types of PPE
This type of PPE is used when workers need protection against falling objects or electrical hazards.
What is a "hard hat"?
This is the primary responsibility of employers concerning PPE under OSHA regulations.
What is "provide and pay for PPE when necessary"?
This type of hearing protection is commonly used in loud environments and is inserted into the ear canal.
What are "earplugs"?
OSHA states that it is the employer's responsibility to provide this type of PPE at no cost to the worker.
What is "basic PPE required for the job"?
PPE stands for
What is Personal Protective Equipment?
This type of PPE is essential for protecting workers’ feet from punctures, slips, or falling objects.
What are "steel-toe boots" or "safety shoes"?
Workers must do this to their PPE to ensure it continues to provide protection.
What is "maintain and clean PPE regularly"?
This type of hearing protection covers the outer ear to reduce noise exposure, often worn by construction workers or factory employees.
What are "earmuffs"?
Workers have the responsibility to do this after using PPE to maintain its effectiveness and hygiene.
What is "clean and properly store it"?
If your gloves become torn while handling sharp objects, you should do this immediately.
What is "replace the gloves"?
This PPE is used to protect workers from inhaling airborne particles, dust, or vapors and comes in disposable or reusable forms
What is a "dust mask" or "respirator"?
Workers should report these types of issues with PPE to their employer immediately
What are "damage or defects"?
OSHA recommends using hearing protection when noise levels exceed this decibel level over an 8-hour workday.
What is "85 decibels"?
Workers must do this with PPE to ensure it fits properly and provides adequate protection.
What is "perform a fit test" or "adjust the PPE as needed"?
If your safety goggles are fogging up and you can’t see clearly, this is the best course of action.
What is "clean them or replace them if necessary"?
When working in environments with potential exposure to infectious diseases, this type of PPE is worn over the nose and mouth.
What is an "N95 respirator" or "surgical mask"?
This type of training must be provided by employers to ensure workers know when and how to use PPE.
What is "PPE training"?
According to OSHA, employers are required to conduct this type of monitoring to assess workplace noise levels.
What is a "noise survey" or "noise monitoring"?
If a worker fails to wear or properly maintain their PPE, they could face this type of disciplinary action by the employer.
What is "corrective action" or "disciplinary action"?
When storing your hard hat, you should avoid placing it in places where it could be exposed to these conditions that could cause damage.
What are "extreme temperatures or direct sunlight"?
A class E hard hat is proof-tested to....
What is 20,000 volts?
OSHA requires employers to replace PPE under these circumstances.
What is "when it is damaged, defective, or no longer provides adequate protection"?
If you notice discomfort or a decrease in hearing ability while wearing earplugs or earmuffs, you should do this immediately.
What is "report the issue to your supervisor and replace or adjust the hearing protection"?
PPE must be maintained in this condition at all times to meet OSHA standards and effectively protect workers.
What is "good working condition"?
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