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No safety technology is changing as fast as that employed in PPE. The devices of just a few years ago are now obsolete by replacements that are lighter, easier to use, and more protective. These resources alert you to developments in the field, and equally important, supply training ideas to get your workers to use their PPE, and use it correctly.
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PPE is an employee’s personal barrier against many workplace hazards. That’s why OSHA makes a point of strictly enforcing PPE rules. And so should you. OSHA requires you to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and training to employees who are or may be exposed to physical or health hazards in the workplace when engineering and […]
What will an OSHA inspector be looking for concerning PPE in your workplace. Find out. In 2011, the most frequently cited general industry PPE standards were: 1910.132, General requirements 1,830 citations and total of $3,217,665 in fines 1910.133, Eye and face protection 565 citations and total of $886,023 in fines 1910.138, Hand Protection 247 citations […]
This checklist can assist with PPE-related duties and help ensure that your PPE program complies with regulations and protects employees from hazards. Survey work areas for hazards and potential hazards such as: Chemical exposures Tool and equipment hazards Pinch points Sharp objects Rough surfaces Falling or dropped objects Bump hazards to heads and toes Respiratory […]
On-the-job eye injuries can have devastating consequences, such as chemical burns or blindness. Despite these potential hazards, 85% of industrial workers in a Kimberly-Clark Professional survey said they had observed others failing to wear eye protection when they should have been. "This high rate of noncompliance seriously jeopardizes worker health and safety. In many instances, […]
OSHA says that It’s your job to make sure employees use foot protection when there is a danger of foot injuries. That makes selecting the right protection for the hazard a priority. OSHA’s general industry foot protection standard (29 CFR 1910.136) says: “The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses protective footwear when working […]
Proper PPE can protect employees’ feet from injuries on the job. And that’s good news for you and for your employees. According to the National Safety Council, more than 180,000 foot-related injuries occurred in a recent year. That equates to roughly 400 foot-related injury claims per day. The estimated average cost of these injuries was […]
Good communication is fundamental to a safe workplace. Safety messages of all kinds and in all forms must flow all through the organization and be heard by all. It’s often said that safety is everyone’s responsibility. It’s also often said that management commitment and employee involvement are critical factors in developing an effective safety and […]
Hazardous material spills happen without warning. That means you have to be prepared with the proper PPE to protect your cleanup crew. Chemical spills won’t wait for you to locate and purchase appropriate PPE for your responders. Not having the right PPE on hand can mean employees "make do" with whatever is around—and that could […]
It should come as no surprise that, in addition to specific PPE standards, many other OSHA regulations also require PPE. Here’s a complete list for general industry and construction. Here’s a quick review of some minimum PPE requirements. OSHA’s PPE general requirements standard (29 CFR 1910.132) says that all protective devices have to meet these […]
It should come as no surprise that, in addition to specific PPE standards, many other OSHA regulations also require PPE. Here’s a complete list for general industry and construction. Subpart I of the General Industry standards (29 CFR 1910) and Subpart E of the Construction standards (29 CFR 1926) contain requirements for specific types of […]