2320 Personal Protective Equipment Flashcards
Compare/contrast protective headgear CSA classes G, E, and C.
All CSA Z94.1 headwear is:
- resistant to blunt-force impact
- resistant to penetration by pointed objects
- avoid degradation in heat & bright light
- passively retained on the head
- must identify electrical performance class inside shell
Class C = conductive
Class G = general use (resistance of 2,200 V)
Class E = electrical trades (resistance of 20,000 V)
What are the 7 CSA classes of eye and face protector?
1, Spectacles 2, Goggles 3, Welding helmets 4, Welding hand shields 5, Non-rigid hoods 6, Face shields 7, Respirator facepieces
Discuss CSA grade 1 and 2 protective footwear.
CSA Grade 1 protective footwear provides maximum toe impact protection, with sole penetration protection.
Grade 2 provides toe impact protection (lower level protection than grade 1) and sole penetration protection (equal protection to grade 1)
What is a reasonable process for the selection of high-visibility garments for use in the workplace?
1, Determine the nature of the work/hazards.
(directing traffic under 30kph)
2, Review regulation/standard to determine minimum requirement
Type 1, 2, 3?
3, Consult workers/supervisors to determine most appropriate style
(if multiple types acceptable, which is preferred?), (which colour better, orange vs lime green?), (what about differing weather conditions?)
4, Work with suppliers to source garments that comply with regulations and meet workers needs
What are the CSA Z94.2 HPD classes?
Based on sound attenuation, HPDs are placed into three classes, A, B, and C.
A, attenuates 10dB at 125Hz, up to 33 dB at 8000Hz. 31dB at 1000Hz.
B, attenuates 5dB at 125Hz, up to 23dB at 8000Hz. 21dB at 1000Hz.
C, is not required to attenuate sound until 1000Hz, at which time it must attenuate 11dB, up to 13dB at 8000Hz.
**there are two special extra classes, AL and BL.
These are used for devices that qualify as category A or B AND provide at least 20dB attenuation at 125Hz (low frequency protection)
What is the required process for selecting the class, grade and style of hearing protection for workers?
Bigger is not better. Too much protection interferes with work and reduces compliance. Too little protection, fails to protect.
1, perform noise exposure monitoring to determine hazard.
2, Use standard to select appropriate class/grade of protection.
3, Identify suitable options based on work and workplace (temperature, activities)
4, consult with JOHSC/workers/supervisors for input/preference.
Explain the need for a professionally managed PPE program in the workplace.
The appropriate PPE needs to be identified for the hazards of the work.
PPE can interfere with work and comfort. Use when not needed may reduce compliance.
Workers need to know how PPE protects them, and what the limits are. Otherwise they may think they have more protection than they do.
PPE must be maintained, cared for and replaced to ensure it is functioning properly.
If workers and supervisors are not educated/trained in appropriate selection and use of PPE, then they will not choose to use the appropriate PPE.
What 5 indicators suggest an organizations PPE is not effectively managed?
1, PPE decisions are made by the purchasing department, primarily based on cost.
2, Workers are routinely asked to wear PPE, although risk assessment shows that it is not necessary.
3, Workers have little knowledge about their PPE limitations when asked.
4, There is little evidence of a program for PPE upkeep and maintenance.
5, Managers and supervisors are unaware that there are critical choices to be made in the selection of basic PPE (headgear, footwear)
What are typical PPE requirements in Canadian OHS regulations?
1, Workers may be required to provide PPE against natural elements
2, All other PPE must be provided by the employer, at the employer’s cost.
3, Employers must be knowledgeable about hazards and the range of PPE available. PPE selection must be chosen based on this information.
4, Most PPE must meet CSA standards, or another acceptable standard.
5, Employers require a program for maintenance/repair/replacement of PPE.
6, Employers must educate workers about limitations of PPE.
7, A written PPE program should be developed for all PPE. It is required for certain types of PPE.
List some CSA standards for PPE.
CSA Z94.1 - Industrial Protective Headgear
CSA Z94.2 - Hearing Protection Devices, performance, selection, care, and use
CSA Z94.3 - Industrial eye and face protectors
CSA Z94.4 - Selection, use, and care of respirators
CSA Z195 - Protective footwear
CSA Z195.1 - Selection, care, and use of protective footwear
What are the eight hazards that CSA eye and face protectors protect against?
1, Flying objects 2, Flying particles/dust 3, Molten material and sparks 4, Chemical splash 5, Abrasive blasting material 6, Glare and stray visible light 7, Optical radiation (UV, light, infrared) - moderate reduction 8, Optical radiation - large reduction
What are the 6 hazards that CSA Z195 footwear protection may protect against?
1, Toe impact 2, Sole penetration 3, Metatarsal impact 4, Electrical shock 5, Electrical charge build-up 6, Chainsaw cut
footwear will protect against two or more, but never all of the 6 hazards
What are the 6 hazards that CSA Z195 footwear protection may protect against?
1, Toe impact 2, Sole penetration 3, Metatarsal impact 4, Electrical shock 5, Electrical charge build-up 6, Chainsaw cut
footwear will protect against two or more, but never all of the 6 hazards
How are protective footwear identified?
The footwear must have a sewn on label depicting designated markings that indicate the specific protections.
The same information must be printed on the inside of the shoes/boots.
What is the difference in safety equipment with comparable safety ratings when there is a significant price difference.
The price may indicate additional features, comfort, or durability. It does not indicate that the equipment is more or less protective than a cheaper alternative with the same safety rating.
Should protective headgear (hard hats), and high visibility clothing be worn at all times by all workers on a work site?
Not necessarily. Protective equipment should be worn when indicated by hazard assessments and risk evaluations.
When PPE is worn, it should be worn for a reason and the worker should understand what that reason is and what the limits of the protection are.
What legislation governs PPE?
Provincial OHS regulations usually reference known standards, such as CSA standards. Sometimes regulators will develop their own standards instead of or in the absence of pre-existing standards.
BC OHSR Part 8, Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment
also, work activity specific legislation (such as BC OHSR part 18, traffic control - section 18.9 & 18.10)
What are the WorkSafeBC Standard types of high visibility garment?
Type 1, vest/shirt/similar
Type 2, jacket/coat/coveralls/similar
Type 3, harness/harness affixed to another garment (such as a harness stitched to a vest)
Discuss OHS regulations for HPDs.
All Canadian OHS regulations have similar provisions for Hearing Protection Devices.
HPDs may only be used when all reasonable engineering and administrative controls have been implemented and noise levels remain above exposure limits.
A professional process must be used to select HPD that are appropriate for the amount and type of noise present.
BC OHS Regulation, Part 7
List four CSA Z94.2 recognized HPD devices.
Earplugs
- foam/rolldown
- pre-moulded
- formable
- custom moulded
- semi-insert/canal cap (superaural)
Earmuffs
- headband
- hardhat attached
Helmets (such as for pilots)
