OHS UNIT 1 PPE

Understand your fall arrest system

A personal fall arrest system is comprised of three (3) key components - anchorage connector; body wear; and connecting device Remember: A, B, & C A= Anchorage/Anchorage Connector B= Body Wear C= Connecting Device

Types of head ppe hard hats

A rigid shell that resists and deflects blows to the head A suspension system inside the hat that acts as a shock absorber Some hats serve as an insulated against electrical shocks Shields your scalp face neck and shoulders against splashes spills and drips Some hard hats can be modified so you can add face shields goggles hoods or hearing protection to them

Types of respirators

Air purifying 1. Particulate removing Removed dust mist and fumes 2. Chemical cartridge Removed gas and vapours Atmosphere supplied 1. Supplied through airline 2. Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Respiratory protection hazard assessment

Airborne dusts or particles Vapours or fumes Lack of adequate oxygen Identify the specific source Review the work processes Monitor the exposure

Proper use and care of hard hat

Always wear your hard hat while you are working in areas where there are potential head hazards Adjust the suspension inside your hard hat so that the hat sits comfortably, but securely on your head Inspect the shell of your hard hat for cracks, gouges, and dents. Inspect of the suspension system for frayed or broken straps. If your hard hat needs to be repaired, have it repaired immediately or ask your employer for a new one Place plastic (non-metal) reflective tape on hat if working at night Never paint, scratch or drill "air holes" in your hard hat Never carry personal belongings such as cigarettes, lighters or pens in your hard hat

A= Anchorage/Anchorage Connector

AnchorAge; commonly referred to as a tie-off point (ex; I-bean, rebar, scaffolding, lifeline, etc.) Must be high enough for a worker to avoid contact with a lower level should a fall occur Anchorage's must be capable of supporting 5,000 pounds (22kN) of force per worker Careful consideration should be given to selecting a proper Anchorage for ultimate safety The anchorages should be easily accessible

Employer responsibilities

Assessment As part of the assessment, employers must also determine the various health hazards that may be present in your work area. Health hazards include Types of chemical hazards Sources of biological hazards Sources of nuclear radiation

Employer responsibilities

Assessment Employers are required to conduct an assessment to determine the various physical hazards that may be present in your work areas Physical hazards include Sources of motion Sources of high and low temperature Sources of light radiation wielding grazing heating treating high intensity lights Sources of falling objects Sources of sharp objects Sources of rolling or pinching objects Sources of electric hazards Sources of slip trips and falls Sources of harmful dusts

B= Body Wear

Body wear; the personal protective equipment worn by the worker (ex; full body harness) Only form of body wear acceptable for fall arrest is the full-body harness Should be selected based on work to be performed and the work environment Side and front D-rings are positioning only Incorrect harness fit; chest strap positioned too high and too loose. Leg straps are positioned improperly Correct harness fit Chest and leg straps offer a snug fit

Types of head ppe class hard hats

Class G hard hats Protect you from falling objects Protect you from electrical shocks up to 2,200 volts Class E hard hats Protect you from falling objects Protect you from electrical shocks up to 20,000 volts Class C hard hats Protect you from falling objects Bump caps Bump caps are made from light weight Plastic and are designed to protect you from bumping your head in protruding objects

Eye and face protection care of eye protection equipment

Clean your eye protection equipment Use mild soap and water. Never use abrasive soaps, rough paper, or cloth towels Keep PPE in good working condition If damaged, replace as soon as possible Store your eye protection equipment in a sanitary, cool, dry area away from moisture Read the manufacturers directions and warnings before using any eye protection equipment Talk with your supervisor if you have questions

Car me and maintenance of hard hat

Clean your hard hat at least once s month by soaking it in a solution of mild soap and hot water for 5-10 minutes Because sunlight and heat can damage the suspension of your hat, already store your hat in a clean, dry, and cool location

Potential incidences of hand hazards 2. Contact injuries

Coming into contact with caustic or toxic chemicals biological substances, electrical sources, or extremely cold or hot objects can irritate or burn your hands Warning; toxic substances are poisonous substances that can be absorbed through your skin and enter your body

Hearing hazard assessment

Conduct a noise survey Monitor impacted employees Repeat monitoring

Selecting PPE-any questions?

Do you understand; how is appropriate PPE is selected What limitations are How to properly wear and care for PPE

1. Object striking eyes eye face hazards

Dusts powders dunes and mists Small particles of matter can enter your eyes and damage them. Operations such a grinding, chiseling, sanding, hammering, and spraying can create small airborne particles

Hearing protection types

Ear plugs less expensive disposable good ones have fairly high NRRS sometimes difficult to tell if employees are wearing them Semi-insert ear plugs (canal caps) held in place with s lightweight headband worn under the chin Ear muffs more expensive more durable typically higher NRRS than plugs more Obvious Can be used together in very high noise areas

Training

Employees required to use ppe must be trained to knownat least the following When PPE is necessary What type of PPE is necessary How to properly put on take off adjust and wear Limitations of the PPE Proper care msintencr useful life and disposal

Protecting employees from workplace hazards

Employers must protect employeeesnfrom workplace hazards and dangerous work prosecuted that can cause injury illness and fatalities Employees must Use all feasible engineering and work practice controls to eliminate and reduce hazards Then use appropriate PPE if these controls do not eliminate hazards Remember PPE is the last control ONLY GET PPE AS THE LAST LINE OF DEFENSE LAST CONTROL LAST THING YIU DO always in this order 1. Engineering 2. Administrative (rules and regulations) 3. PPE

Hazard assessment

Evaluate every job function Determine if hazards are present Check for hazards to all parts of the body Determine appropriate PPE

Key points to remember

Every job function in every department is assessed for hazards Each part of the body is taken into consideration during assessments PPE is selected in response to specific hazards Proper wear and care of PPE is necessary to provide effective protection

Personal protective ewuipiement

Eye and face Head Hand Foot Hearing Fall Limb and body

Head hazard assessment

Falling objects Exposed electrical conductors Low hanging obstructions

Foot hazard assessment

Falling rolling or sharp objects Electrical hazards Slipper walking surfaces Hazardous materials Cold weather conditions

Eye and face assessment

Flying particles Molten material Hazardous liquids Acid or caustic liquids Gases or vapors Light radiation

Types of hand ppe

Forearm cuffs Used to protect your forearm Thumb guards and finger cord Protect only your thumb or fingers Mittens Protect your hands while working around very cold or hot materials Hand pads Hand pads protect your hands while working around very hot materials

Face shields types of eye and face ppe

Full face protection Used around operations which expose you to molten metal, chemical splashes, or flying particles Can be used simultaneously as a hard hat Limitations Are not considered eye protection, will need to wear goggles or glasses underneath Can fog up if working in poorly ventilated area Face shield used by an employee working with molten metal The molten metal bubbles and burst into the face shield of the employee The employee did not receive any injuries from the incident

Selecting head protection

Hard hats Bump caps

Clothing assessment

Hot or cold materials or objects Hazardous materials Weilding hazards Heavy sharp or rough materials Moving machinery

Hearing protection rule of thumb

If you cannot carry on a conversation in a conversation in a normal tone of voice with someone at arms length you are likely near 85dBA all hearing protection devices should have a noise reduction rating (NRR) = # of decibels they will reduce noise levels Be conservative when using NRRS Examples 1. Ear plugs with NRR of 25dBA Exposure = 105 dBA 105 minus 25= 80dB therefore okay 2. Same pluds Exposure= 125dBA 125 minus 25 = 100dB not acceptable; must be below 85dB

Types of head hazards

Impact Electric shock Drips

Potential head hazards

Impact Falling or flying objects Falling or walking into hard objects Injuries include neck sprains concussions and skull fractures Electric shock Live exposed electric wires Injuries include electrical shocks and burns Drips Toxic liquids such as acids, caustics and molten metals can irritate and burn the head/scalp

Types of eye/face hazards

Impact Heat Chemicals Dust Light and/or radiation

Potential foot hazards

Impact injuries At work heavy objects can fall on your feet if you work around sharp objects you can step on something sharp and puncture your foot Injuries from spills and splashes Liquids such as acids, caustics and molten metals cal spill into your shoes and boots. These hazardous materials can cause chemical and heat burns Compression injuries Heavy machinery equipment and other objects can roll over your feet the result of these types of accidents is often broken or crushed bones Electric shocks Accidents involving electricity can cause severe shocks and burns Extremes in cold Heat and moisture If not protected your feet can suffer from frostbite if you must work in an extremely cold environment extreme heat in the other hand can blister and burn your feet finally extreme moisture in your shoes or bottle can lead to fungal infections Slipping Oil water soaps wax and other chemicals can cause you to slip and fall

Types of foot hazards

Impact injuries Injuries from spills and splashes Compression injuries Electrical shocks Extremes in cold heat and moisture Slipping

Why is head protection important

In and around your head are You eyes ears nose mouth brain Injuries to the head are very serious. For this reason head protection and safety are very important

Lung damage

Inhalation if hazardous materials damaged delicate structures of the lung Damaged lungs are more susceptible to respirator disease Most direct route to the bloodstream

Why is hand protection important?

It has been estimated that almost 20% of all disabling accidents in the job involve the hands Without your fingers or hands, your ability to work would be greatly reduced

3. Swinging objects eye face hazards

Large objects such as 1. Swinging chains, cables and ropes 2. Tools that are thrown or fall

Selecting general work clothing

Long sleeve shirts and Long plants Flame retardant clothing No loose clothing or jewelry Chemical-resistant clothing

Wear and care of respiratory protection

Medical approval Conduct a fit test Inspect before each use Check the seal Clean regularly Store properly

Types of hand ppe gloves

Metal mesh gloves Resist sharp edges and prevent cuts Leather gloves Shield your hands from rough surfaces Vinyl and neoprene gloves Protect your hands against toxic chemicals Rubber gloves protect you when working around electricity Padded cloth gloves Protect your hands from sharp edges, slivers dirt and vibration Heat resistant gloves Protect your hands from heat and flames Latex disposable gloves Used to protect your hands from germs and bacteria Lean-lined gloves Used to protect your hands from radiation sources

Types of eye and face ppe safety glasses

Much stronger and more resistant to impact and heat than regular glasses Equipped with side shields that give you protection from hazards that may not be directly in front of you Should fit comfortable in face through all jobs tasks. Ensure that glasses are not too big or too tight Limitation Does not seal around eyes, could allow small droplets to come in contact with eyes Regular glasses or sunglasses are not appropriate safety glasses

Hearing protection basics

Noise induced hearing loss can occur with exposures >85 dBA A hearing conservation program becomes a requirement at exposures >85dBA higher levels of noise exposure have shorter allowable exposure times

4. Thermal radiation hazards eye face hazards

Operations such as welding metal cutting and workin around furnaces can expose your eyes to heat flare ultraviolet and infrared radiation

Welding helmets types of eye and face ppe

Provide both face and eye protection Use special absorptive lenses that filter the intense light and radiant energy that is produced during welding operations Limitations Heavy and hot, fog up Must wear safety glasses or goggles underneath helmet

Fall protection

Required when Risk of falling at heights of 3 meters (10 feet) or greater Working above a surface or object that could cause injury Above an open tank or out containing hazardous materials

Respiratory protection

Required when employees are in areas where effective engineering controls are not feasible to protect the health of the employees from harmful dusts fog fumes mists gases smoked sprays or vapors

Active systems

Requires the worker to actively participate by putting on a harness and connecting to anchor points Personal fall arrest system (PFAS) consist of full body harness, connecting device and Anchorage point

Types of foot ppe

Safety shoes and boots Protective toe cap Protects your toes from falling objects and from being crushed Metatarsal footwear Special guards that run from your ankle to your toes and protect your entire foot Reinforced sole footwear Metal reinforcement that protects your foot punctures Latex/rubber footwear Resists chemicals and provides extra traction on slipper surfaces Electrostatic dissipating footwear Conducts static electricity to floors that are grounded Electrical hazard footwear Insulated with tough rubber to prevent shocks and burns from electricity Disposable footwear Includes shower slippers clear polyethylene and non-woven hotties used in dust free work areas

Proper fit and use of PPE limb and body hazards

Select and use the right kind of body protection for the job you are going to be performing Inspect your aprons/body shields before you use them Store body protection in a clean cool dry ventilated area

Proper fit and use off ppe footwear

Select and use the right kind of footwear for the job you are going to be preforming Proper fit Correct protection for job task Inspect your footwear before you use them Look for hikes and cracks that might leak Replace footwear that are worn or torn When working with chemicals Hide your footwear with water to rinse any chemicals or dirt before removing your footwear Store footwear in a clean cool dry ventilated area

Hand hazard assessment

Skin absorption of harmful substances Serve cuts or lacerations Severe abrasions Punctures Chemical burns Thermal burns Frostbite

Noise levels viruses duration

Sound level (dBA) / Exposure (hours) 90 / 8 92 / 6 95 / 4 100 / 2 105 / 1 110 / 0.5 115 / 0.25

Googled types of eye and face ppe

Surround the eye area. They give you more protection in situations where you might encounter splashing liquids fumes vapors powders dusts and mists Must indicate that they are chemical splash goggles to be worn for that purpose Limitation Uncomfortable to wear with other head gear like helmet, ear muffs or respirator

Types of limb and body hazards

Temperature stress Chemical contact Radiation Sharp edges Electricity Biohazards Moving vehicles Heavy equipment

Examples of temporary Anchorage connectors

Temporary horizontal lifeline systems Leading edge anchorage connector

Why is foot protection important

The human foot is rigid enough to support the weight of your entire body and yet flexible enough to allow you to run dance play sports and to take you anywhere you want to go. Without your feet's and toes, your ability to work at your job would be greatly reduced

Why eye and face protection is important

Thousands of people are blinded each year from work related eye injuries. Injuries that could have been prevented, if only people would have used eye or face protection

Potential incidences of hand hazards 1. Traumatic injuries

Tools and machines with a sharp edges can cut your hands Staples, screwdrivers nails chisels and stuff wire can puncture your hands Getting your hands caught in machinery can sprain, crush or remove your hands and fingers

2. Contacts with chemicals eye face hazards

Toxic gases, vapors and liquids Toxic chemicals in the form of gases, vapors and liquids can damage your eyes. Always rad the appropriate MSDS before working with any hazardous material Always check with your supervisor or safety manager to learn the type or eye or face protection you will need to use in order to work safely

Hand protection

Types of hand hazards Traumatic injuries Contact injuries Repetitive motion injuries

What employees need to know module objectives

Undeestand the PPE hazard assessment process Undeestand why didferent types ofPPE are selected Know how to properly wear and care for PPE

Safety tip contact lenses types of eye and face ppe

Wear your contacts with caution if you work in areas where you might be exposed to fumes, dusts, powders, vapors, chemical splashes, molten metals, or intense heat, light or flare Some chemical can react with contacts and cause permanent injury

Potential incidences of hand hazards 3. Repetitive motion injuries

Whenever you repeat the same hand movement over a long period of time, your run the risk of repetitive motion problems Repetitive motion problems often appear as a numbness or tingling sensation accompanied by pain and the loss of gripping power in your hands

C= Connecting Devices

While focus is given to anchorage connectors and body wear (full body harnesses) components the connecting device (a shock absorbing lanyard or self retracting life line) between these two components actually bears the greatest fall forces during a fall Shock absorbing lanyard or self retracting lifeline? Think about it. Always know your fall distance and select proper equipment to meet the fall clearance

Limb and body protection

Why is body protection important? Workers should always dress appropriately for workplace weather and environmental conditions

Passive systems

Worker is not required to wear equipment or devices. Some examples are; Guardrails / handrails Debris nets Control zones Temporary flooding Ladder cages

Employer responsibilities you are responsible for attending all PPE training sessions

You are responsible for wearing your assigned PPE follow all warnings and precautions Take time to read any and all warnings and precautions that may appear on tools equipment chemicals MSDSs and personal protective equipment Listen and follow directions Listen and follow the directions that you may be given by your supervisor or safety manager they want you to return home today and everyday safe and sound to your family and friends Report Report any and all unsafe conditions you may find in your work area to your supervisor or safety manager Remember safety is a team effort

Types of body PPE

high visibility apparel Disposable clothing Leased clothing Cold weather clothing Flame resistant clothing Immersion suits Personal flotation devices and life jackets

Proper fit and use of PPE

must be right PPE for right job ex. Safety glasses are not sufficient eye protection for workin with chemicals Must stay on face during all work activities ex. Should not slide off face or pinch side of head and create a headache

Proper fit and use of PPE

select and use the right kind of glove for the job you are going to be performing Check fit, always use correct size Make sure chemical resistant to chemical being used Inspect your gloves before you use them Remove any rings, watches or bracelets that might cut or tear your gloves Look for holes and cracks that might leak Replace gloves that are worn or torn Never wear gloves around powered rotating equipment - drills lathes etc