What to wear? (PPE)
8 Common Workplace Hazards: Phrases
Phrases to talk about Workplace Hazards
100

The machines are very loud.

What is ear protection?

What are ear plugs?

100

Please clean up spills immediate to avoid slipping.

What are slips, trips and falls?

100

"Check the electrical equipment for damage"

What is checking for electrical hazards?

200

I got something in my eye!

What is eye protection or protective glasses?

200

Make sure you wear gloves and goggles when working near machines.

What are moving machinery and equipment?

200

"Be careful in the confined space. Make sure the air is safe and you are wearing your respirator."

What is to warn about confined spaces?

300

This is very sharp.

What are safety Gloves?

300

The machines are very loud, so please wear ear protection.

What is noise?

300

"This Machine is very loud. Use ear protection."

What are noise hazards?

400

I am in an enclosed space, and I am having trouble breathing.

What is a respirator?

400

Please make sure to wear your gloves, eye protection and mask when handling chemicals.

What are chemical and toxic substances?

400

"Be careful of the wet floor."

What are slipping hazards?

500

This saw is very sharp, and are many dangerous flying pieces created while using it.

(hint: more than one PPE!)

Should I wear gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, a mask, and an apron?

500

Remember to lift with your legs, not your back.

What is heavy lifting?

500

"If you see exposed wires report it immediately to your supervisor."

What are electrical hazards?