PPE POLICY
Does Prince William County have a PPE Policy?
Of course, we do!
PPE - 25-RSK-300-201
How do you get new PPE in SW?
Supervisor
What is PPE and why is it necessary in Solid Waste?
Personal Protective Equipment
Can the County check my Virginia driver's license points?
Yes
What employees in SW & Construction Services receive random drug/alcohol testing?
CDL Drivers
Who pays for your PPE?
The County must provide PPE.
Can you be disciplined for NOT wearing PPE?
Yes, but who wouldn't wear PPE?
Name 3 types of standard PPE used in Solid Waste.
High Vis Vests, Safety Glasses, Gloves, Hard Hats, Safety Boots, hearing protection, what else?
Does the DMV notify Risk if my driver's license is suspended?
Yes
Name 3 distracted driving behaviors.
Texting, talking on phone, eating, drinking, radio...
Reading or sending emails or text messages while driving is strictly prohibited.
As an employee what are your responsibilities?
Which apply?
A. Comply with PPE Policy?
B. Attend PPE Training?
C. Buy your own PPE?
D. Inform your supervisor of damage or defective PPE?
A, B, D
As an employee what is your responsibility pertaining to PPE?
Wear the PPE! Every day, all day!
What kind of footwear do you wear at the Landfill & Compost Facility?
Safety toe & puncture resistant boots.
Do I need to report a vehicle accident if I'm driving a County vehicle? My own vehicle?
When was the last PPE Audit for SW conducted by Risk?
September 2024
Is PPE the first line of defense in protecting you?
FALSE
Elimination
Substitution
Engineering Controls
Administrative Controls
PPE
How often should you inspect your boots?
Daily - do not let your boots wear out, they will fail.
You're working with a new chemical, where do you find information on correct PPE for the chemical?
Safety Data Sheets
Can I drive a motorcycle for County business?
No - obviously SW employees are driving County vehicles but if you would drive to a meeting for example, you cannot drive a motorcycle.
WHY?
How many people were estimated injured in crashes involving distracted drivers in 2022 in the US?
Estimated 289,310 injuries in 2022 plus 3,308 deaths related to distracted driving.
National Highway Safety Administration
Is the OSHA PPE Standard just one standard?
No, it is comprised of many different standards - general requirements, eye & face, head, respiratory, foot, hand, noise, electrical.
Can you request PPE that is not required for your job duties?
No - you can't have a Fire Fighting Helmet!
How many years from date of manufacturing does a hard hat expire?
5 years
How many negative DMV points to have my driver's license suspended by Risk?
Minus 11 or greater.
What can help keep ticks off of your clothing?
Permethrin can be used to treat clothing to repel ticks & other insects.
Never use Permethrin directly on your skin!