PPE Flashcards
When should PPE be used?
If engineering controls don’t eliminate the hazard
What are employer responsibilities regarding PPE?
Assess workplace for hazards, provide PPE, determine when to use, provide PPE training
What are employee responsibilities regarding PPE?
Use PPE according to training, inspect daily, maintain
What is involved in a PPE program?
Includes procedures for selecting, providing and using PPE. First, assess. If needed, choose PPE and provide training to those using it.
What are class A hard hats?
General service, good impact protection but limited voltage protection
What are class B hard hats?
Good voltage and impact protection
What are class C hard hats?
Designed for comfort, protects against bumps but not falling objects or shocks; conductive
What are class E hard hats?
Electrical - 20,000 volts
What are class G hard hats?
General/electrical - 2,000 volts
What are type 1 hard hats?
Top impact
What are type 2 hard hats?
Top and side impact
What are the eye protection alternatives for those with prescription glasses?
Glasses with side shields and protective lenses, comfortable OTG goggles, goggles with correct lenses, prescription safety glasses.
What are optical density (OD) specifications for laser safety goggles?
Indicates which wavelengths it the goggles protect against
What is the main different between face shields and safety glasses/goggles?
Offers full face protection but does not protect against impact
What are shade numbers refer to with respect to welding shields?
The kind of welding or cutting it is protective against
