PPE required for hazardaous work
A person submitted this question to Rosie's free generator. The asker's identity is neither imported nor published.
Rosie's answer
Published by SALUSPPE requirements for hazardous work must start with a documented hazard assessment, not with a generic PPE list. The employer should evaluate each work area, task, tool, process, and chemical exposure; identify the body parts at risk; determine the likelihood and severity of injury; and certify the assessment in writing. Hazard assessments should be updated when equipment, processes, or chemicals change, and they should be used to match PPE to the specific hazard. [3] [9] [12]
A core compliance principle is that PPE is the last line of defense. Before requiring PPE, employers should first eliminate hazards where feasible or apply engineering and administrative controls such as guarding, ventilation, wet methods, task redesign, restricted access, or work-practice controls. PPE is still essential when residual risk remains, but it should not be the first or only control considered. [2] [5] [7]
Mandatory safety gear should be selected by hazard category and task.
- Eye and face protection: safety glasses, goggles, face shields, welding hoods/helmets, and shaded eye protection for flying particles, dust, chemical splash, radiant energy, welding, cutting, grinding, drilling, sanding, hammering, and similar work.
- Head protection: hard hats or protective helmets where there is risk from falling objects, fixed-object contact, exposed electrical hazards, construction activity, utility work, or work under loads, catwalks, conveyors, or similar overhead hazards.
- Hand protection: general work gloves, cut-resistant gloves, chemical-resistant gloves, heat/flame-resistant gloves, insulated electrical gloves, or leather gloves depending on cuts, punctures, chemicals, temperature, energized equipment, or tool use.
- Foot and leg protection: safety-toe footwear, metatarsal protection, puncture-resistant soles, slip-resistant soles, chemical-resistant boots, waterproof boots, leggings, or chainsaw chaps where there are heavy objects, sharp objects, wet/slippery surfaces, chemicals, molten metal, or chain saw hazards.
- Body and torso protection: coveralls, aprons, sleeves, flame-resistant clothing, chemical-resistant coveralls, high-visibility garments, welding leathers, or impervious suits where there are burns, sparks, molten metal, chemicals, traffic exposure, or contamination hazards.
- Hearing, respiratory, fall, and flotation protection: earplugs/earmuffs in high-noise areas; respirators when ventilation cannot adequately control airborne contaminants; fall protection for height hazards; and personal flotation devices when working near or over water.
[10] [11] [12] Task-specific PPE selection should be based on the exact activity being performed. For example, chemical mixing may require chemical gloves, apron, goggles, face shield, rubber boots, and sleeves; grinding or sanding may require safety glasses or goggles, face shield, gloves, arm protection, and safety-toed boots; welding may require a welding helmet with the proper lens shade, gloves, apron, chaps, flame-resistant clothing, and respiratory protection if fumes are not adequately controlled; traffic exposure may require a high-visibility vest; and high-noise areas require hearing protection. Specialized tasks such as live electrical work, confined space entry, hazardous materials response, and work at height require additional controls and PPE under the applicable standards. [4] [6] [15]
OSHA-related compliance expectations include: performing and documenting the hazard assessment; providing PPE that matches the hazard; training employees on use, care, and limitations; enforcing PPE use; inspecting and maintaining PPE; and removing damaged PPE from service. Employers generally must provide required PPE at no cost, with limited exceptions for certain nonspecialty footwear, prescription eyewear, and ordinary clothing. Replacement PPE must also be paid for unless the employee lost or intentionally damaged it. [2] [8] [8]
Worker protection procedures should include a repeatable process: survey the job, review SDSs and equipment manuals, perform a job hazard analysis for each task, select PPE by body part and hazard, verify proper fit, train workers before exposure, supervise use in the field, inspect PPE before each use and periodically thereafter, replace defective equipment promptly, and reassess whenever conditions change. For higher-risk operations, increase protection levels as hazard information becomes clearer and adjust PPE to match the actual exposure. [9] [13] [14]
- Do not issue one standard PPE set for all hazardous work; match PPE to the task and exposure.
- Do not rely on PPE alone when guarding, ventilation, isolation, wet methods, or administrative controls can reduce the hazard first.
- Require documented hazard assessments for each job, task, or work area.
- Ensure PPE fits correctly and is compatible with other PPE being worn.
- Train workers on when PPE is required, how to wear it, its limitations, inspection, cleaning, storage, and replacement.
- Inspect PPE routinely; remove cracked, worn, contaminated, or otherwise damaged PPE from service immediately.
- Use higher-visibility garments when working near moving vehicles, and ensure they are worn as outer garments.
- For specialized hazards such as respiratory, electrical arc/shock, fall exposure, confined spaces, or hazardous materials, follow the specific OSHA standard and manufacturer instructions in addition to the general PPE program.
Sources used for this answer
[1] Toolbox Talk: Personal Protective Equipment
Page 1
Open source documentSource excerpt
# PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Date Posted: 09/03/2016 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is gear that can be worn to help minimize or eliminate injury. It can be worn to help prevent sudden injuries or injuries occur over time. It is very important the user understands the intended purpose of the PPE and verifies that it fits properly. that ## When to Wear PPE • Before you resort to PPE, you should first: • Use administrative controls • Implement Engineering Controls • Use local exhaust or general ventilation vs. a respirator • Control dust with a wet process vs. dry • Install sound reducing devices to mechanical equipment • When these other two means of protection are exhausted you then will need to select the appropriate PPE. - Often times PPE will be used in conjunction with administrative and engineering controls for added protection. ## BASIC TYPES OF PPE Head: Hard hat, welders cap Hearing: Earmuffs, ear plugs or canal caps Face/Eye: Safety glasses, face shield, safety goggles. Hand: Gloves for general use, chemical use, electrical work or hot work. Body: Chaps, leathers, coveralls Foot Protection: Leather boots, Safety toe/steel toe boots Personal Protective Equipment is gear that is worn to help minimize or eliminate injury. It is very important the user understands the intended purpose of the PPE, verifies that the PPE fits properly and is adequate for the work to be performed. Remember: PPE is the last line of defense against a hazard. LEARN MORE ## QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION • Does the PPE you wear to perform your work fit properly and is it in good working condition? What can be done in your work area to improve the use of PPE? • What improvements can be made to reduce the need for PPE? ## PRESENTER TIPS • Pre-read the Toolbox Talk. Your comfort level and confidence will be higher if you know your topic. Discuss related tasks, work areas or events that make the Toolbox Talk relevant to your job site. • Involve the workers …
[2] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide
Page 18
Open source documentSource excerpt
# Hazard Assessment For PPE (cont.) ## Instructions: (cont.) Option 1 # PPE Hazard Assessment Certification Form *Name of work place: <empty> *Work place address: <empty> *Required for certifying the hazard assessment. Work area(s): <empty> *Assessment conducted by: <empty> *Date of assessment: <empty> Job/Task(s): <empty> Use a separate sheet for each job/task or work area *Required for certifying the hazard assessment. Use a separate sheet for each job/task or work area EYES: Work activities, such as: [ ] abrasive blasting [ ] sanding [ ] chopping [ ] sawing [ ] cutting [ ] grinding [ ] drilling [ ] hammering [ ] welding [ ] punch press operations [ ] other: <empty> Work-related exposure to: [ ] airborne dust [ ] flying particles [ ] blood splashes [ ] hazardous liquid chemicals [ ] intense light [ ] other: <empty> Can hazard be eliminated without the use of PPE? Yes [ ] No [ ] If no, use: [ ] Safety glasses [ ] Side shields [ ] Safety goggles [ ] Dust-tight goggles [ ] Shading/Filter (#<empty>) [ ] Welding shield [ ] Other: <empty> FACE: Work activities, such as: [ ] cleaning [ ] foundry work [ ] welding [ ] siphoning [ ] mixing [ ] painting [ ] pouring molten metal [ ] dip tank operations [ ] other: <empty> Work-related exposure to: [ ] hazardous liquid chemicals [ ] extreme heat/cold [ ] potential irritants: <empty> [ ] other: <empty> Can hazard be eliminated without the use of PPE? Yes [ ] No [ ] If no, use: [ ] Face shield [ ] Shading/Filter (#<empty>) [ ] Welding shield [ ] Other: <empty> HEAD: Work activities, such as: [ ] building maintenance [ ] confined space operations [ ] construction [ ] electrical wiring [ ] walking/walking under catwalks [ ] walking/workng under conveyor belts [ ] walking/workng under crane loads [ ] utility work [ ] other: <empty> Work-related exposure to: [ ] beams [ ] pipes [ ] exposed electrical wiring or components [ ] falling objects [ ] machine parts [ ] other: <empty> Can hazard be eliminated without the us…
[3] FACT SHEET: Personal Protective Equipment
Page 2
Open source documentSource excerpt
## Why use PPE? (cont.) PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT # Employer responsibility Survey your workplace Conduct a hazard assessment to determine if employees need PPE. OAR [redacted phone](1) requires a written document that certifies that the workplace has been evaluated, the dates of the hazard assessment, ## Table 1 and who performed the evaluation. Hazard assessments should be re-evaluated whenever there are changes to equipment, processes, or chemicals in the workplace. See an example of a hazard assessment in Table 1, below. Another example is our PPE Hazard Assessment and Certification Form. <table><tr><th colspan="4">PPE Hazard Assessment (example)</th></tr><tr><td colspan="2">Department: Building maintenance</td><td colspan="2">Job title: Maintenance specialist</td></tr><tr><td colspan="4">Job duty location: Plant-wide</td></tr><tr><td colspan="4">Analysis performed by: Jada Robinson Date: Dec. 19, 2023</td></tr><tr><td>Activity/tools</td><td>Potential hazards</td><td>Body parts</td><td>PPE required</td></tr><tr><td>Replace glass</td><td>1,7</td><td>c, g, h</td><td>III, VII (cut resistant)</td></tr><tr><td>Remove trash</td><td>7</td><td>C</td><td>III</td></tr><tr><td>Replace light bulbs</td><td>1, 4, 7</td><td>c, h</td><td>III, VII (cloth/leather)</td></tr><tr><td>Welding</td><td>3,7,8</td><td>c, e, f, g, h</td><td>X (welding helmet/lens) IX (fume) X (welding vest) VII (welding gloves)</td></tr></table> ## Hazard key 1. Cut 2. Abrasion 3. Burn 4. Fall 5. Flying object 6. Noise 7. Flying particles 8. Inhalation 9. Slip 10. Splash 11. Other Body part key a. Head b. Face c. Eye(s) d. Ear(s) e. Respiratory f. Trunk g. Arm(s) h. Hand(s) i. Finger(s) j. Leg(s) k. Foot/feet I. Toe(s) m. Other PPE required key I. Hard hat - II. Chemical goggles - III. Safety glasses - IV. Ear plugs V. Ear muffs - VI. Body harness - VII. Gloves (list type) - VIII. Shoes/boots (list type) - IX. Respirator X. Other OSHA Oregon OSHA Departm…
[4] Certification of Hazard Assessment
Page 2
Open source documentSource excerpt
# Certification of Hazard Assessment (Sample Page) Work Area Assessment Conducted By. Date Personal Protective Equipment - Hazard Analysis - By Task <table><tr><th>Task</th><th>Hazard</th><th>PPE Required</th><th>Notes</th><th>Department</th></tr><tr><td>Entering high noise area</td><td>Hearing loss</td><td>Foam, cap, or earmuff type hearing protection</td><td>Both ears, all production areas, prior to exposure area</td><td>All persons</td></tr><tr><td>Chemical mixing</td><td>Caustic burns</td><td>Chemical gloves, apron, goggles and face shield, rubber boots, sleeves</td><td>Only authorized employees are to mix chemicals. Read MSDS prior to using any chemicals.</td><td>Authorized Employees</td></tr><tr><td>First aid/CPR</td><td>Bloodborne pathogens/Air borne diseases</td><td>Latex/non-latex examination gloves, safety eyewear, CPR device protective mask</td><td>Immediate notification if exposed to body fluids. See Bloodborne Pathogen Control Program</td><td>Any staff required to render first aid.</td></tr><tr><td>Grinding, sanding, chipping, abrading</td><td>Debris in eyes, burns, lacerations to face and other non-protected body parts.</td><td>Safety glasses / goggles, face shield, gloves, arm protection, Safety toed leather boots</td><td>Use point of operation area guarding when available.</td><td>Maintenance</td></tr><tr><td>Grinding, sanding, chipping, abrading</td><td>Hand lacerations, impingement</td><td>Leather or thick cloth work gloves</td><td>When using powered tools</td><td>Maintenance</td></tr><tr><td>Welding, brazing</td><td>Eye hazard, burns</td><td>Welding helmet, apron, gloves, chaps</td><td>See selection chart for proper lens shade</td><td>Maintenance</td></tr><tr><td>Work on live electrical circuits</td><td>Electrical shock</td><td>Reference NFPA 70-E</td><td>Maintenance</td><td>Must be licensed and trained.</td></tr><tr><td>Exposure to traffic</td><td>Body injuries</td><td>ANSI Class II Safety Vest</td><td>Wear near road ways or high traffic are…
[5] OSHA Fact Sheet - Disaster Cleanup and Recovery PPE Matrix
Page 1
Open source documentSource excerpt
# OSHA FactSheet # Disaster Cleanup and Recovery PPE Matrix Workers engaged in disaster cleanup and recovery activities may be exposed to a variety of hazards. A comprehensive list of potential hazards and controls, sorted by common tasks, can be found in OSHA's Hurricane eMatrix. Specialized operations, such as electrical power restoration, hazardous materials response, or confined space entry require controls specified in the applicable OSHA standards. Designing a way around a hazard is always the preferred control method. For example, installing a guardrail to prevent a fall from occurring is better than relying on a safety harness and lanyard to catch the worker after a fall occurs. However, in many cases personal protective equipment (PPE) may be - the only practical control method. All PPE has limitations and is the control method of last resort. - The suggested PPE Matrix is provided to assist employers in determining the PPE needed for a specific task. Respiratory protection is addressed below the matrix. <table><tr><th colspan="2">PPE Task</th><th>Normal Cleanup Activities</th><th>Working in Wet Conditions</th><th>Working with Chain Saws</th><th>Working Near/Over Water</th><th>Working at Heights Over 6 ft.</th><th>Working Near Loud Noise</th></tr><tr><td>Head</td><td>Hard Hat</td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="2">Eyes</td><td>Safety Glasses</td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td></tr><tr><td>Safety Goggles</td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Face</td><td>Face Shield</td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Ears</td><td>Hearing Protection</td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td><td></td><td></td><td>X</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="2">Hands</td><td>Work Gloves</td><td>X</td><td></td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td><td>X</td></tr><tr><td>Latex/Rubber Gloves</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td r…
[6] Personal Protective Equipment Hazard Assessment
Page 6
Open source documentSource excerpt
# What types of PPE may be necessary? Your hazard assessment should determine if your employees need any of the following types of PPE: - Eye and face protection ◆ Fall protection - Foot protection • Hand/general skin protection - Head protection • Hearing protection • Leg protection ● Personal floatation device • Respiratory protection • Torso/general body protection ## How to do a PPE hazard assessment ## Do a baseline survey to identify workplace hazards A baseline survey is a thorough evaluation of your entire workplace - including work processes, tasks, and equipment - that identifies safety and health hazards. A complete survey will tell you what the hazards are, where they are, and how severe a potential injury could be. ## Suggestions: Use safety data sheets (SDS) to identify chemical hazards. A safety data sheet has detailed information about a hazardous chemical's health effects, its physical and chemical characteristics, and safe handling practices. Review equipment owner and operator manuals to determine the manufacturer's safety warnings and recommended PPE. Conduct a job-hazard analysis (JHA) - a method of identifying, assessing, and controlling hazards associated with specific jobs. A JHA breaks down a job into tasks. You evaluate each task to determine if there is a safer way to do it. A job-hazard analysis works well for jobs with difficult-to-control hazards and jobs with histories of accidents or near misses. JHAS for complex jobs can take a considerable amount of time and expertise to develop. You may want to have a safety professional help you. Have an experienced safety professional survey your workplace with you. 4
[7] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide
Page 30
Open source documentSource excerpt
# Option 2 SAMPLE 2 Job Hazard Analysis for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment Job/task: Lathe operator Location: Lathe room <table><tr><th>Job/Task Step</th><th>Hazard Type</th><th>Hazard Source</th><th>Body Parts At Risk</th><th>Severity</th><th>Probability</th><th>Risk Code</th><th>Control Method*</th></tr><tr><td>Pick up stock</td><td>Cuts</td><td>Sharp metal</td><td>hands</td><td>III</td><td>C</td><td>2</td><td>Leather gloves while handling</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Sprain</td><td>Heavy metal</td><td>back</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>2</td><td>Hoist for heavy items</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Crush</td><td>Heavy metal</td><td>feet</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>N</td><td>Steel Toed Shoes</td></tr><tr><td>Run Lathe</td><td>Impact</td><td>Revolving chuck</td><td>hands</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>N</td><td>Chuck guard</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Impact</td><td>Metal Chips</td><td>face, eyes, hands</td><td>II</td><td>B</td><td>1</td><td>Safety Glasses, face shield, coveralls</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Chemical</td><td>Coolant/Lube</td><td>hands</td><td>III</td><td>C</td><td>z N</td><td>Switch to non-irritating mixture</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Repetitive Motion</td><td>Frequent control adjust</td><td>hands</td><td>II</td><td>D</td><td>3</td><td>Periodic rest breaks, vary task duties</td></tr><tr><td>Remove stock</td><td>(Same as</td><td>Pick up</td><td>stock)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><…
[8] OSHA Quick Card: Construction Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Page 1
Open source documentSource excerpt
# OSHA QUICK CARD™ ## Protect Yourself Construction Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ## Eye and Face Protection - Safety glasses or face shields are worn any time work operations can cause foreign objects to get in the eye. For example, during welding, cutting, grinding, nailing (or when working with concrete and/or harmful chemi- cals or when exposed to flying particles). Wear when exposed to any electrical hazards, including working on energized electrical systems. - Eye and face protectors - select based on anticipated hazards. ## Foot Protection - Construction workers should wear work shoes or boots with slip-resistant and puncture-resistant soles. • Safety-toed footwear is worn to prevent crushed toes when working around heavy equipment or falling objects. - Hand Protection - Gloves should fit snugly. - Workers should wear the right gloves for the job (examples: heavy-duty rubber gloves for concrete work; welding gloves for welding; insulated gloves and sleeves when exposed to electrical hazards). - Head Protection • Wear hard hats where there is a potential for objects falling from above, bumps to the head from fixed objects, or of accidental head contact with electrical hazards. - Hard hats - routinely inspect them for dents, cracks or deterioration; replace after a heavy blow or electrical shock; maintain in good condition. - Hearing Protection - Use earplugs/earmuffs in high noise work areas where chainsaws or heavy equipment are used; clean or replace earplugs regularly. For more complete information: Occupational OSHA Safety and Health Administration U.S. Department of Labor www.osha.gov (800) 321-OSHA OSHA 3260-09N-05
[9] Personal Protective Equipment Hazard Assessment
Page 7
Open source documentSource excerpt
# Evaluate your employees' exposures to each hazard identified in the baseline survey Consider the employee's task, the likelihood the employee would be injured without PPE, and the severity of a potential injury. ## An example: The task: A worker uses a plasma cutter to make decorative wall art out of thoroughly cleaned oil barrels. The outcome: Hot metal sparks from the cutting process burn through the worker's clothing, causing severe skin burns. Although the used oil container was properly cleaned, tested, and declared free of flammable vapors, the process of using a plasma cutter on metal produces sparks and other hazards. An effective PPE hazard assessment would have produced the following information: Task: Using a plasma cutter. Hazards: The plasma-cutting arc produces hot metal and sparks, especially during the initial piercing of the metal. It also heats the work piece and the cutting torch. Never cut closed or pressurized containers such as tanks or drums that could explode. Never cut containers that may have held combustible or toxic or reactive materials unless they have been cleaned, tested, and declared safe by a qualified person. Likelihood of injury without PPE: High. Severity of a potential injury: Life-threatening burns. ## PPE necessary for the task: Body: Flame-resistant clothing or clothing made from tightly woven material such as leather, wool, or heavy denim. Eyes and face: Safety glasses with side shield or face shield; welding helmet with shaded eye protection for welding tasks. Feet: High-top leather shoes or boots. Hands: Flame-resistant gloves. Respiratory protection: Local ventilation at the worksite and appropriate respirator if ventilation is not adequate to remove air contaminants. 5
[10] WAC [redacted identifier] General requirements for personal protective equipment (PPE)
Page 2
Open source documentSource excerpt
(4) Employees must comply with job safety practices and proce- dures and PPE requirements that are relevant to the job site. (5) High visibility garments. (a) During daylight hours, when employees' duties are performed in close proximity to moving vehicles, you must make sure that employ- ees wear a high-visibility safety vest, shirt, or jacket that is fluo- rescent yellow-green, fluorescent orange-red, or fluorescent red in color. This garment must always be worn as an outer garment. ## Definition: - For the purpose of this rule, hours of darkness means from one- half hour before sunset to one-half hour after sunrise. (b) During hours of darkness, when employees' duties are per- formed in close proximity to moving vehicles, you must make sure that employees wear, at a minimum, a high-visibility safety vest, shirt, or jacket: • Designed according to ANSI/ISEA 107-1999 Class 2 specifica- tions; - Worn as an outer garment; • - AND Note: - Worn to provide 360 degrees of visibility around the employee. A high-visibility garment meets Class 2 specifications if the garment: • Has an ANSI "Class 2" label; OR • Has at least 775 square inches of background material and 201 square inches of retroflective material that encircles the torso and is placed to provide 360 degrees of visibility around the employee. • Fading and soiling may degrade the high-visibility characteristics of the garments. ANSI/ISEA 107-1999 is available by: Purchasing copies of ANSI/ISEA 107-1999 by writing: -American National Standards Institute [redacted street address] New York, NY [redacted postal code] OR - Contacting the ANSI website at http://web.ansi.org/. OR Note: • Reading a copy of ANSI/ISEA 107-1999 at any Washington state library. (6) Payment for PPE. Except as provided in (a) through (e) of this subsection, the protective equipment, including PPE, used to com- ply with this chapter must be provided by the employer at no cost to employees. (a) You are not required to pay fo…
[11] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist
Page 1
Open source documentSource excerpt
# Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist <table><tr><th>General PPE Requirements</th><th>Yes</th><th>No</th><th>Comments</th></tr><tr><td>1. Has a hazard assessment to identify and control physical and health hazards been completed? If not, perform a hazard assessment.</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>2. Have engineering and/or administrative controls been applied prior to the use of PPE? If not, apply them first if applicable and appropriate.</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>3. Has appropriate PPE that matches the hazard been identified and provided to employees for use?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>4. Has the effectiveness of the PPE program been reviewed, updated and evaluated periodically?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>5. Have employees been trained on the use and care of the PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>6. Have employees been trained on the limitations of the PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7. Is the PPE training documented and kept on file?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>8. Are supervisors enforcing the use of required PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9. Is PPE inspected regularly and properly maintained?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>10. Is worn and damaged PPE removed from service and replaced?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>11. When the following type of PPE is necessary, is the employer providing and paying for the PPE as stated by the OSHA standard 1910.132? Metatarsal foot protection - Rubber boots with steel toes Non-specialty-toe footwear (i.e. steel toe shoes/boots) if the employer does not permit it to be worn off the job site Non-prescriptive eye protection Prescriptive eyewear inserts/lenses for full face respirators Goggles and face shields Firefighting PPE (i.e. helmet, boots, gloves, full gear, proximity suits, etc.) Hard hats Hearing protection Welding PPE</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></t…
[12] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessment Tool
Page 6
Open source documentSource excerpt
# Hazard assessment worksheet: Head protection (cont.) ## Potential hazards (cont.) OSHA Oregon OSHA Department of Consumer and Business Services # Hazard assessment worksheet: Foot protection Salem Central Office [redacted street address]. NE Salem, OR [redacted postal code] Phone: [redacted phone] Toll-free: [redacted phone] osha.oregon.gov Work task: Date ## Potential hazards - No hazards requiring foot protection - Heavy objects such as barrels or tools that might roll onto or fall on a worker's feet - Sharp objects such as nails or spikes that could pierce the soles or uppers of ordinary shoes - Molten metal Hot, wet, or slippery surfaces Energized electrical equipment Other hazard: ## PPE required None required Steel toe shoes Boots or shoes metatarsal guards Slip resistant soles Puncture resistant soles Chemical resistant boots Insulated boots or shoes Other PPE: 440-5871 (07/23/COM)
[13] Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (OSHA 29 CFR 1926) - 1926.65 App B - General Description and Discussion of the Levels of Protection and Protective Gear
Page 2
Open source documentSource excerpt
# 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…
[14] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessment Tool
Page 4
Open source documentSource excerpt
# Hazard assessment worksheet: Torso protection (cont.) ## PPE required (cont.) OSHA Oregon OSHA Department of Consumer and Business Services # Hazard assessment worksheet: Eye and face protection Salem Central Office [redacted street address]. NE Salem, OR [redacted postal code] Phone: [redacted phone] Toll-free: [redacted phone] osha.oregon.gov Work task: Date ## Potential hazards - No hazards requiring eye and face protection - Dust, dirt, metal, or wood chips from chipping, grinding, sawing, hammering, and from power tools - Chemical splashes from corrosive substances, hot liquids, and solvents - Objects such as tree limbs, chains, tools, and ropes that swing into the eyes or face - Radiant energy from welding and harmful rays from lasers or other radiant light - Other hazard: ## PPE required - None required - Chemical goggles Face shield - Chemical splash goggles Glasses or goggles with face shield Impact goggles Welding hood Welding helmet Safety glasses with side shields ............... Safety goggles with face shield Welding goggles Other PPE: 440-5871 (07/23/COM)
[15] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessment Tool
Page 1
Open source documentSource excerpt
OSHA Oregon OSHA PPE hazard assessment tool Department of Consumer and Business Services [redacted street address]. NE Salem, OR [redacted postal code] Phone: [redacted phone] •Toll-free: [redacted phone] • osha.oregon.gov Fill in this document to certify that you completed a hazard assessment of your workplace, and keep it on file. Oregon OSHA recommends regular hazard assessments to keep your workplace safe. Survey as often as necessary to identify changing safety and health hazards that require personal protective equipment (PPE). Workplace assessed: <empty> Name/position of the person certifying the assessment: <empty> Signature of the person certifying the assessment: <empty> Date: <empty> ## PPE required at this workplace includes (check all that apply): Fall protection: [ ] Torso protection: [ ] Eye and face protection: [ ] Head protection: [ ] Foot protection: [ ] Leg protection: [ ] Hand protection: [ ] Hearing protection: [ ] Respiratory protection: [ ] 440-5871 (07/23/COM)
Keep exploring.
Create a pre-task plan for spraying fireproofing
\[PRE TASK PLAN TITLE] ====================== *Project:** \[PROJECT NAME] *Date:** 2025-07-21 *Location:** \[LOCATION] *Supervisor:** \[SUPERVISOR NAME] Task Overview This pre-task plan outlines the safety procedures for fireproofing spray application, including hazard assessment, PPE requirements, ventilation, and
Read the threadHazards associated with opening an HSI crusher
Safe Work Procedure: Opening an HSI Crusher Document Number: [SWP-NUMBER] Revision Date: [DATE] Next Review Date: [NEXT REVIEW DATE] Department: [DEPARTMENT NAME] 1. Scope This Safe Work Procedure (SWP) outlines the necessary safety precautions and procedures to be followed when opening a Horizontal Shaft Impactor
Read the threadWrite a toolbox talk on GENERAL SAFETY AWARENESS 1. Introduction to Toolbox Talks & Safety Culture 2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)…
Use a structured toolbox talk and safety meeting program for facilities and building operations that rotates core topics: general safety awareness, fire and life safety, maintenance hazards, building systems, environmental health, tenant/contractor coordination, and team development. Start each meeting with the job
Read the threadabc
Safety Regulations and Hazard Assessments for ABC Systems ========================================================= *Date:** 2025-12-17 *Duration:** \[DURATION] minutes *Presenter:** \[PRESENTER NAME] *Location:** \[LOCATION] Objective Understand and apply safety regulations and hazard assessments related to ABC
Read the threadWrite a safe work procedure for Confined space entry
Confined Space Entry ==================== Document Number: \[SWP-NUMBER] Revision Date: \[DATE] Next Review Date: \[NEXT REVIEW DATE] Department: \[DEPARTMENT NAME] 1\. Scope This safe work procedure applies to planning, preparing for, and performing entry into permit-required confined spaces where workers may be
Read the threadCreate a JHA for Controlling an Elevator Car in the Hoistway and Pit Access for the elevator trade
Elevator Access and Maintenance Risk Assessment =============================================== *Assessment Date:** \[DATE] *Assessor:** \[ASSESSOR NAME] *Department/Area:** \[DEPARTMENT/AREA] *Review Date:** \[REVIEW DATE] 1\. Assessment Scope This risk assessment covers all activities related to elevator car control
Read the threadAdd your experience.
Community answers can add practical context. They are moderated, but they are not SALUS-reviewed safety guidance.
New contributions are temporarily closed while the moderation queue is configured.
Community answers(0)
No community answers have been approved yet.
Comments on Rosie's answer(0)
No comments have been approved yet.
