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# 29 CFR 1926 Subpart E-Personal Protective and Life Saving Equipment # 1926.101-HEARING PROTECTION Scope/Application: This section applies to hearing protective devices. ## STANDARD HIGHLIGHTS Competent Person-ear protection devices Competent Person 1926.101(b)-Ear protective devices inserted in the ear shall be fitted or determined individually by competent persons. ## 1926.103-RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Scope/Application: The requirements applicable to construction work under this section are identical to those set forth at 29 CFR 1910.134 [Respiratory Protection] of this chapter. 1 ## 1910.134-RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Scope/Application: In the control of those occupational diseases caused by breathing air contaminated with harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, mists, gases, smokes, sprays, or vapors, the primary objective shall be to prevent atmospheric contamination. This shall be accomplished as far as feasible by accepted engineering control measures (for example, enclosure or confinement of the operation, general and local ventilation, and substitution of less toxic materials). When effective engineering controls are not feasible, or while they are being instituted, appropriate respirators shall be used pursuant to this section. ## STANDARD HIGHLIGHTS - Programs, Plans and Procedures-respirator program, annual review, fit tests - Inspections and Tests-inspections before use and monthly, evaluations - Recordkeeping-retention requirements, records - Certification-respirator inspections - Training and Communications-initial and annual training, Appendix D - Medical Surveillance-initial evaluation, recommendations, questionnaires - Qualified Person-designated program administrator - Signs, Markings and Tags-tags, labels, color-coding ## Programs, Plans and Procedures 1910.134(c)-Respiratory protection program. This paragraph requires the employer to develop and implement a written respiratory protection program with required worksite-specific procedures an…

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# 29 CFR PART 1926-CONSTRUCTION SUBPART D-OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS <table><tr><th>SECTION</th><th></th><th></th><th>PIRKCT</th><th></th><th>EM</th><th>MS</th><th>CP</th><th>QP</th><th>SMT</th><th>O</th></tr><tr><td>1926.50-Medical Services and First Aid</td><td></td><td></td><td>XXXI</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.51-Sanitation</td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.52-Occupational Noise Exposure</td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.53-Ionizing Radiation</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td></tr><tr><td>1910.1096-Ionizing Radiation</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.54-Nonionizing Radiation</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.55-Gases, Vapors, Fumes, Dusts, and Mists</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.57-Ventilation</td><td></td><td>XXX</td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.59-Hazard Communication</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1910.1200-Hazard Communication</td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.60-Methylenedianiline</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1926.61-Retention of DOT Markings, Placards, and Labels</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td></tr><tr><td>1910.1201-Retention of DOT Markings, Placards, and Label</td><td>…

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# 29 CFR Subpart I-Personal Protective Equipment # 1910.132-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Scope/Application: Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, shall be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation or physical contact. ## STANDARD HIGHLIGHTS - Programs, Plans and Procedures-hazard assessment - Inspections and Tests-initial hazard assessment - Recordkeeping-hazard assessment - Certification-written certification - Training and Communications-initial and refresher training, communicate selection ## Programs, Plans and Procedures 1910.132(d)(1)-The employer shall assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). If such hazards are present, or likely to be present. ## Inspections and Tests 1910.132(d)(1)-The employer shall assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). If such hazards are present, or likely to be present. Recordkeeping 1910.132(d)(2)-The employer shall verify that the required workplace hazard assessment has been performed through a written certification that identifies the workplace evaluated; the person certifying that the evaluation has been performed; the date(s) of the hazard assessment; and, which identifies the document as a certification of hazard assessment. ## Certification 1910.132(d)(2)-The employer shall verify that the required workplace hazard assessment has been performed through a written c…

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# Occupational Safety and Health Administration (cont.) ## Appendix B to § 1910.120 - General Description and Discussion of the Levels of Protection and Protective Gear (cont.) 8. Hard hat (under suit).¹ 9. Disposable protective suit, gloves and boots (depending on suit construction, may be worn over totally-encapsulating suit). - II. Level B - The highest level of respiratory protection is necessary but a lesser level of skin protection is needed. - The following constitute Level B equipment; it may be used as appropriate. 1. Positive pressure, full-facepiece self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), or positive pressure supplied air respirator with escape SCBA (NIOSH approved). 2. Hooded chemical-resistant clothing (overalls and long-sleeved jacket; coveralls; one or two- piece chemical-splash suit; disposable chemical-resistant overalls). 3. Coveralls.¹ 4. Gloves, outer, chemical-resistant. 5. Gloves, inner, chemical-resistant. 6. Boots, outer, chemical-resistant steel toe and shank. 7. Boot-covers, outer, chemical-resistant (disposable).¹ 8. Hard hat.¹ 9. [Reserved] 10. Face shield.¹ - III. Level C- The concentration(s) and type(s) of airborne substance(s) is known and the criteria for using air purifying respirators are met. - The following constitute Level C equipment; it may be used as appropriate. 1. Full-face or half-mask, air purifying respirators (NIOSH approved). 2. Hooded chemical-resistant clothing (overalls; two-piece chemical-splash suit; disposable chemical-resistant overalls). 3. Coveralls. [1] 4. Gloves, outer, chemical-resistant. 5. Gloves, inner, chemical-resistant. 6. Boots (outer), chemical-resistant steel toe and shank.¹ Submit Feedback

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# Designing an Effective PPE Program (cont.) ## How do I design a personal protective equipment (PPE) program? (cont.) The appointment of a program coordinator will help to make sure the program is successful. The coordinator has the responsibility to make sure that each of the elements of a program is in place and operational. A program must be planned carefully, developed fully and implemented methodically. The benefits of the program should be publicized widely, and the target date set well ahead for compliance. If the use of PPE is new, time should be allowed for workers to choose a style that fits best, become accustomed to wearing PPE, and comply with the program with no enforcement action taken until the target date. Note: It would not be acceptable to gradually phase in a PPE program when there is a need to enter hazardous atmospheres, or where failure to use the equipment poses a significant risk of injury or other harm. The greater the workers' involvement in all stages of the program, the smoother the program will be to implement and operate. Users must be educated about why the PPE is to be worn and trained how to properly use it. The method of implementation affects the acceptance and effectiveness of the whole program. In addition, worker compliance with the PPE program is likely to be poor if a PPE device is unattractive, uncomfortable, does not fit, or is imposed on the worker with little choice in the selection. Offer some flexibility in terms of various models, makes and sizes of the required PPE where possible (while maintaining appropriate protection). The protection provided will be dramatically reduced if workers remove the PPE for even short periods of time. The loss of protection during the periods when the PPE is not worn may easily outweigh the protection when it is used. For example, in order to get full benefit, hearing protectors must be worn all the time during noisy work. If hearing protectors are removed or not worn correctly …

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# Occupational Safety and Health Administration (cont.) of PPE in relation to heat stress and task duration are a factor in selecting and using PPE. In some cases layers of PPE may be necessary to provide sufficient protection, or to protect expensive PPE inner garments, suits or equipment. The more that is known about the hazards at the site, the easier the job of PPE selection becomes. As more information about the hazards and conditions at the site becomes available, the site supervisor can make decisions to up-grade or down-grade the level of PPE protection to match the tasks at hand. The following are guidelines which an employer can use to begin the selection of the appropriate PPE. As noted above, the site information may suggest the use of combinations of PPE selected from the different protection levels (i.e., A, B, C, or D) as being more suitable to the hazards of the work. It should be cautioned that the listing below does not fully address the performance of the specific PPE material in relation to the specific hazards at the job site, and that PPE selection, evaluation and re-selection is an ongoing process until sufficient information about the hazards and PPE performance is obtained. - Part A. Personal protective equipment is divided into four categories based on the degree of protection afforded. (See Part B of this appendix for further explanation of Levels A, B, C, and D hazards.) I. Level A- - To be selected when the greatest level of skin, respiratory, and eye protection is required. - The following constitute Level A equipment; it may be used as appropriate; 1. Positive pressure, full face-piece self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), or positive pressure supplied air respirator with escape SCBA, approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). 2. Totally-encapsulating chemical-protective suit. 3. Coveralls. (1) 4. Long underwear.(1) 5. Gloves, outer, chemical-resistant. 6. Gloves, inner, chemical-res…

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# Part 18 Personal Protective Equipment (cont.) ## Exemption from wearing headwear (cont.) Section 240 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE Part 18 AR 191/2021 (b) the worker may conduct the work while the alternative means of protection is in place. - 239(2) A worker must wear protective headwear if the foreseeable danger of injury to the worker's head persists immediately after completing the work process referred to in subsection (1). ## Life Jackets and Personal Flotation Devices ## Compliance with standards - 240 An employer must ensure that a life jacket or personal flotation device is approved by (a) Transport Canada, or (b) an agency approved by Transport Canada. AR 191/2021 s240;242/2022 ## Use of jackets and flotation devices - 241(1) If there is a foreseeable danger that a worker could be exposed to the hazard of drowning, an employer must ensure that the worker wears a life jacket. - 241(2) A worker who could be exposed to the hazard of drowning must wear a life jacket. - 241 (2.1) Subsections (1) and (2) do not apply if other safety measures are in place that will protect a worker from the hazard of drowning. - 241(3) Despite subsections (1) and (2), if a worker performs work from a boat for an extended period of time, the worker may wear a personal flotation device if the employer ensures that there is also a life jacket readily accessible to each worker on the boat. ## Limb and Body Protection ## Limb and body protection 242 If there is a danger that a worker's hand, arm, leg or torso may be injured, an employer must ensure that the worker wears properly fitting hand, arm, leg or body personal protective equipment that is appropriate to the work, the work site and the hazards identified. ## Skin protection 243 An employer must ensure that a worker's skin is protected from a harmful substance that may injure the skin on contact or may adversely affect a worker's health if it is absorbed through the skin. ## Respiratory Protect…

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# Standing (cont.) ## Suitable and Adequate Equipment (cont.) (f) inform the worker of the reasons why the personal protective equipment is required to be used and of the limitations of its protection; and (g) ensure that personal protective equipment provided to the worker is (i) suitable and adequate and a proper fit for the worker, (ii) maintained and kept in a sanitary condition, and (iii) removed from use or service when damaged. (2) If an employer requires a worker to clean and maintain personal protective equipment, the employer shall ensure that the worker has adequate time to do so during normal working hours without loss of pay or benefits. (3) If reasonably possible, an employer shall make appropriate adjustments to the work procedures and the rate of work to eliminate or reduce any danger or discomfort to the worker that could arise from the worker's use of personal protective equipment. (4) A worker who is provided with personal protective equipment by an employer shall (a) use the personal protective equipment; and (b) take reasonable steps to prevent damage to the personal protective equipment. (5) If personal protective equipment provided to a worker becomes defective or otherwise fails to provide the protection it is intended for, the worker shall (a) return the personal protective equipment to the employer; and (b) inform the employer of the defect or other reason why the personal protective equipment does not provide the protection that it was intended to provide. (6) An employer shall immediately repair or replace any personal protective equipment returned to the employer under paragraph (5)(a). - Respiratory Protective Devices 91. (1) If a worker is likely to be exposed to dust, fumes, gas, mist, aerosol, vapour or other airborne contaminant that could be present in an amount that is harmful to the worker, an employer shall (a) provide an approved respiratory protective device, for use by the worker,…

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# 1910.120 - APPENDIX B GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND DISCUSSION OF THE LEVELS OF PROTECTION AND PROTECTIVE GEAR This appendix sets forth information about personal protective equipment (PPE) protection levels which may be used to assist employers in complying with the PPE requirements of this section. As required by the standard, PPE must be selected which will protect employees from the specific hazards which they are likely to encounter during their work on-site. Selection of the appropriate PPE is a complex process which should take into consideration a variety of factors. Key factors involved in this process are identification of the hazards, or suspected hazards; their routes of potential hazard to employees (inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, and eye or skin contact); and the performance of the PPE materials (and seams) in providing a barrier to these hazards. The amount of protection provided by PPE is material hazard specific. That is, protective equipment materials will protect well against some hazardous substances and poorly, or not at all, against others. In many instances, protective equipment materials cannot be found which will provide continuous protection from the particular hazardous substance. In these cases the breakthrough time of the protective material should exceed the work durations. Other factors in this selection process to be considered are matching the PPE to the employee's work requirements and task-specific conditions. The durability of PPE materials, such as tear strength and seam strength, should be considered in relation to the employee's tasks. The effects of PPE in relation to heat stress and task duration are a factor in selecting and using PPE. In some cases layers of PPE may be necessary to provide sufficient protection, or to protect expensive PPE inner garments, suits or equipment. The more that is known about the hazards at the site, the easier the job of PPE selection becomes. As more information about the hazards and con…