Personal Protective Equipment.
What is PPE? Personal protective equipment
What are the basic requirements for PPE here at the HHS workshop? safety glasses, proper footwear
What isn’t PPE? Normal clothes or uniforms not designed for the workshop, any extra accessories such as rings, bracelets, and ear piercing
Who pays for your PPE? The school or if your working a job the company should supply it unless you are choosing to provide your own
Explain the different types/range of basic PPE that is available in the workplace. Different types of hearing protection such as earmuffs and earplugs are used to protect your hearing. There are also overalls that you can wear, overalls can stop you from getting materials on your normal clothes. Safety glasses, welding helmets,
What are examples of task-specific PPE? Welding, welding helmet, overalls, and gloves. Sanding, safety glasses, and a dust mask.
