Identify how you will train employees on the use of PPE, including: 􀂆 What PPE is necessary 􀂆 When PPE is necessary 􀂆 How to properly inspect PPE for wear or damage 􀂆 How to properly put on and adjust the fit of PPE 􀂆 How to properly take off PPE 􀂆 The limitations of the PPE 􀂆 How to properly care for and store PPE 􀂆

employers must provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to their employees and ensure its use. Personal protective equipment, commonly referred to as “PPE”, is equipment worn to minimize exposure to a variety of hazards. Examples of PPE include such items as gloves, foot and eye protection,

Protective Equipment or PPE Employers must protect employees from hazards such as falling objects, harmful substances, and noise exposures that can cause \൩njury. Under OSHA employers are required to provide a hazard free environment for employees.

Checklist for Establishing a PPE Program Identify steps taken to assess potential hazards in every employee’s work space and in workplace operating procedures. Identify appropriate PPE selection criteria. Identify how you will train employees on the use of PPE, including: What PPE is necessary When PPE is necessary

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Workers relying on PPE must be trained to recognize these limitations, as well as the safe ways to put on and remove PPE, properly store it, take care of it, and when it’s time to replace it. Additional guidance, Fact Sheets, and other information can be found on

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that employers protect you from workplace hazards that can cause injury or illness.

format and include the section numbers, the headings, and associated information under the headings below: Section 1, Identification. includes product identifier used on the label; manufacturer or distributor name, U.S. address and phone number; emergency phone number; recommended use; restrictions on use. Section 2, Hazard(s) identification

OSHA requires that many categories of personal protective equipment meet or be equivalent to standards developed by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). This section highlights OSHA standards and documents related to personal protective equipment.

16-section format. This brief provides guidance to help workers who handle hazardous chemicals to become familiar with the format and understand the contents of the SDSs. The SDS includes information such as the properties of each chemical; the physical, health, and environmental health hazards; protective measures; and safety precautions