Personal Protective Equipment Course Objectives u Perform workplace

Personal Protective Equipment

Course Objectives u Perform workplace assessments u List criteria for selection u Explain proper use, care, and maintenance u List training requirements u Explain documentation for OSHA compliance

We will not address: u Respiratory protection u Electrical devices u Bloodborne pathogens u Ergonomic concerns

Hierarchy of Controls Re-engineering

Hazardous Work Process Redesign or re-engineer the work process so as to eliminate the hazard.

Hazardous Substances Replace it with a less hazardous one or eliminate it altogether

Hierarchy of Controls Administrative

Administrative Assignment Administratively assign two or more personnel to the hazardous process or exposure thereby exposing them to acceptable levels based upon an 8 hour TWA

Hierarchy of Controls Personal Protective Equipment

PPE Control PPE should only be considered when engineering and administrative controls are unworkable or impractical.

Why? u Lack of or improper training u Misunderstanding of training u Improper fit u Improper care, cleaning and storage u Health factors u Non enforcement of PPE policies

PPE Assessment Areas

PPE Hazard Assessment Hazard Categories

Hazard categories u Impact (falling objects or potential for dropping objects) u Penetration u Compression u Chemical

Hazard categories continued u Heat/cold u Abrasion u Harmful dust u Light (optical) radiation

Head Protection

Head Protection u Penetrability u Electrical Protection u Construction u Materials u Labeling u Flammability

Types of Head Protection u Type 1 - Helmets have full brims u Type 2 - Helmets have peak but no brim u Class A - Reduce impact, low voltage electrical protection u Class B - Reduce impact, high voltage electrical protection u Class C - Reduce impact, no electrical protection

Helmet Labeling Helmets must be labeled as follows: Manufacturer’s Name ANSI Z 89. 1 - 1986 Class A, B or C

Helmet Selection Criteria • • • Degree of hazard Type of hazard Chemicals to which the helmet might be exposed Electrical hazards Protective devices that may be attached Any other job or site specific hazard

Conditions to Avoid u Wearing backwards without reason u Wearing backwards without reversing suspension u Wearing unapproved headgear underneath u Painting the helmet u Altering suspension or shell

Inspection u Before use u After served their purpose u Check suspension u Check shell for cracks, dents or breaks

Maintenance u Clean with mild detergent and clean water u No solvents u Discard if shell is defective u Replace suspension if defective

Eye and Face Protection

Eye & Face Protection u Eye protection - Safety glasses and goggles u Face protection - Faceshields u Welding protection - Faceshields and goggles

Eye Protection Requirements u Frame impact u Lens penetrability u Optical acuity u Flammability and corrosion resistance u Cleanability

Face Protection Requirements u Impact resistance u Penetrability u Optical acuity u Haze u Transmittance u Flammability and corrosion resistance u Cleanability

Welding: Faceshields and Goggles u Must meet all criteria for eye protection devices plus light tightness

Selection: Eye and Face Protection u Several styles should be available u Suited for the job to be performed u Welding - proper shade for materials and type of welding u Safety sunglasses and photochromatic lenses - if no hazard created u Special hazards - special protection

Inspection and Maintenance u Prior to each use u Check frames or headband u Check lenses or faceshield u Welding - check tint u Protect from damage u Keep clean

Hearing Protection

When is protection needed? u Must be provided to employees exposed at or above 85 d. BA (8 hr TWA) u Must be worn by all employees exposed at or above 90 d. BA (8 hr TWA)

Hearing Protector Attenuation u Defined as: the reduction of sound pressure levels u NRR Noise Reduction Rating

Noise Reduction Rating u Will be displayed on the packaging of hearing protection u NRR’s used to estimate attenuation of hearing protection Appendix B 1910. 95

Attenuation Criteria u All hearing protection must reduce exposures to at least an 8 hr TWA of 90 d. BA u For employees with a Standard Threshold Shift, exposures must be reduced to an 8 hr TWA of 85 d. BA or less

Types of Hearing Protection u Ear Plugs u Semi-aural Devices u Ear Muffs

Hearing Protectors u Available in many types and sizes – premolded – formable – custom-molded u Employees must be given a variety of types and sizes to choose from

Use and Care u All hearing protection must be initially fit when dispensed u Inspect hearing protection prior to use for degradation, missing parts, and cleanliness

Cleaning Hearing Protection u Most hearing protectors are designed to be disposable, so for re-usable types: – Most may be cleaned with a mild soap solution; allow to completely dry before re-using u Ear muffs may be surfaced cleaned with mild soap and water

Hand Protection

Hand Protection CFR 29 1910. 138 u Chemical absorption and burns u Cuts, abrasion, and punctures u Thermal burns and temperature extremes

Job Hazard Analysis u Assign competent, responsible persons u Obtain written job descriptions u Assemble relevant MSDS u Assemble relevant injury and accident reports u Observe tasks and note hazards

MSDS Review u Note chemicals listing skin as target organ u Watch for ‘skin’ notation in ingredients list u Note terms such as irritation, defatting, caustic, dermatitis, dermatoses u Red flags: acids, bases, solvents

Accident and Injury Review u Analyze 200 log u Review relevant BWC FROI and/or OSHA 101 forms u Review in-house accident investigation forms u Review first aid logs u Analyze comp costs from BWC MREE

Observation of Tasks for Chemical Hazards u Do hands come into contact with chemicals which may harm or penetrate the skin? u Are there residual chemicals present on parts or materials as a result of prior processes? u Is skin contact with chemicals prolonged or repeated?

u Are Observation of Tasks for Physical Hazards parts/materials/tools: – hot or cold, potentially causing discomfort or injury? – have sharp or pointed edges which may cause cuts or punctures in skin or gloves? – rough or abrasive? – slippery or awkward to handle? – moving when hand contact occurs? u Is compressed air used in the process?

Foot Protection

Foot Protection u Toe box impact resistance u Toe box compression resistance u Metatarsal protection when required u Electrical protection u Sole puncture resistance u Static dissipative footwear

Labeling of Footwear u Female shoe u Impact and compression protection u ANSI Z 41 PT 91 u F I/75 C/50

Labeling of Footwear u Male shoe u Impact and compression protection with puncture resistance u ANSI Z 41 PT 91 u M I/75 C/50 u PR

Foot Protection - Selection u Type of work u Presence of hot materials u Potential for sole penetration u Need for electrical protection u Need to dissipate static u Presence of chemicals

Inspection and Maintenance u Inspection - prior to use, especially critical if footwear offers electrical protection u Maintenance - Per manufacturers recommendations u Note: Employer not required to provide

Whole Body Protection

Whole Body Protection u Handling chemicals u Hot materials u Welding u General u Heat stress u Cold stress

Handling Chemicals u Chemical suits u Aprons u Gloves u Boots u Respirators u Face and eye protection

Hot Materials u Natural fibers u Long sleeves u Long pants u Leather shoes u Gloves u Aprons

Welding u Aprons u Natural fibers u Long pants u Leather shoes u Gloves u Sleeves u Leather jackets

General Body Protection u Hazards Skin cancer Cuts Abrasions Sunburn Frostbite Insects u Prevention Long pants Shirts Sunscreen Repellent Barrier creams

Heat Stress u Proper clothing u Water u Acclimatization u Diet u Symptom Recognition u No alcohol

Cold Stress u Proper clothing u Diet u Acclimatization u Symptom recognition u Stay dry u No alcohol

Use Follow all safety rules and manufacturers recommendations

Inspection u Articles designed as PPE should be inspected in accordance with manufacturers specification u Other articles should be inspected for appropriateness to the situation

Maintenance u Maintenance of items of PPE should be accomplished in accordance with manufacturers recommendations u Articles of personal clothing should be cleaned frequently to remove irritating or dangerous substances and allow the clothing to perform it’s function

In conclusion…. u The EMPLOYER is responsible for: ØCompleting a PPE assessment for each employee, and ØProviding PPE to employees, except for prescription glasses and some types of footwear. u The EMPLOYEE is responsible for: ØMaking the employer aware of their needs, and ØUsing and maintaining PPE properly.

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