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10 TYPES OF PPE THAT SHOULD BE ON YOUR ESSENTIAL LIST FOR A SAFE INDUSTRIAL
WORKPLACE [CHECKLIST]

Laura Ross, Melissa Epifano October 20, 2023

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Personal protective equipment (PPE) refers to anything worn by an employee that
protects them from an injury or illness caused by physical hazards in the
workplace.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) states that employers
are responsible for the provision of any necessary PPE in accordance with OSHA
standards. This includes performing a hazard assessment, identifying and
providing appropriate PPE, training employees in the use of that PPE, and
reviewing and replacing damaged equipment as necessary.

TYPES OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR ADEQUATE PROTECTION

1. HARD HATS

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Hard hats and bump caps provide adequate protection for industrial workers from
head injuries caused by fixed, falling, or flying objects. Protective hats must
be penetration-, shock-, and water-resistant as well as being slow-burning.

There are three industrial classes of hard hats:

* Class A: Provides impact and penetration resistance and some protection from
electrical hazards that may come with job tasks.

* Class B: As well as providing impact and penetration resistance, Class B hard
hats provide the highest level of protection against electrical hazards,
including high-voltage shock and burn protection.

* Class C: Provides some impact protection but no protection from electrical
hazards.

OSHA regulations also require employers to ensure that their employees cover and
protect long hair to prevent it from being caught in machinery.

When hard hats, industrial safety helmets, or other head protection PPE sustain
damage or impact — even if the damage is not visible to the human eye — it must
be replaced.

2. LEGGINGS, FOOT GUARDS, AND SAFETY SHOES

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Leggings, foot guards, safety shoes, and other forms of leg and foot protection
help protect workers from a range of workplace hazards including falling,
rolling, or sharp objects; wet, slippery, and hot surfaces; and electrical
hazards.

This personal protective equipment includes:

* Protective leggings: Typically made from leather or aluminized rayon,
protective leggings are fitted with safety snaps for easy removal and serve
to protect the wearer’s legs and feet.

* Metatarsal guards: This type of foot protection is strapped to the outside of
the wearer’s shoes to protect the instep.

* Toe guards: Typically made from steel, aluminum, or plastic, these fit over
the wearer’s toes to protect from impact.

* Shin guards: These provide protection for the lower legs and feet.

* Safety boots or shoes: A range of special-purpose footwear such as
electrically conductive shoes, which protect against static electricity
build-up, can be acquired by employers. Slip resistant soles may also be best
for wet or icy environments.

3. EAR PLUGS, EARMUFFS, AND OTHER HEARING PROTECTION

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When worn correctly, ear plugs and earmuffs are used to protect workers from
exposure to excessive noise, which can lead to irreparable hearing damage and
increased stress.

In a workplace where employees are consistently subjected to high levels of
noise, workers should be fitted for specially molded ear plugs. The louder and
more constant the noise, the less time an employee should be expected to work
without adequate hearing protection.

4. HAND AND ARM PROTECTION

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Gloves, finger guards, and arm coverings will protect employees from the skin
damage caused by cuts, chemical and thermal burns, and punctures.

Depending on the nature of the employee’s work and their risk of exposure, hand
and arm protection can provide different levels of thermal protection and cater
to different grip requirements. Gloves might be made of leather, canvas, or
metal mesh; fabric; or chemical- and liquid-resistant materials. Insulating
rubber can help protect from electrical currents whereas insulated gloves can
keep skin safe from extreme temperatures.

5. EYE PROTECTION AND SAFETY GLASSES

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Protective eyewear is important in certain workplaces to shield employees’ eyes
from flying particles, hot liquids, molten metal, chemical gases, and harmful
radiation. This eye protection must fit closely and comfortably to the wearer’s
face, be cleanable, and not restrict vision or movement.

Eye protection includes safety goggles, safety glasses, welding shields,
chemical splash goggles, and laser safety goggles. These can also help protect
eyes from being exposed to potentially infectious materials and body fluids.

6. SURGICAL FACE MASKS

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A surgical mask — often referred to as a face mask — is a loose-fitting,
disposable device that covers the wearer’s mouth and nose to create a physical
barrier between them and people in their immediate environment.

This PPE lessens safety risks and serves to protect the wearer from large
particle droplets or splatters that could contain potentially infectious
material as well as reduce the saliva and respiratory secretions the wearer
passes on to others.

7. RESPIRATORS

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Respirators are a form of respiratory protective equipment and have long been
used in a manufacturing setting to protect employees from inhaling air
contaminated with harmful dust, fumes, gases, or sprays. This type of breathing
apparatus must fit closely to the face and cover the nose and mouth to be
effective.

N95 filtering facepiece respirators are most commonly used and recommended by
OSHA. Once manufactured, a sample from each batch is tested for flammability,
breathing and splash resistance, particle filtration efficiency, and bacteria
filtration efficiency.

More recently, N95 respirators have become essential respiratory equipment in
the fight against COVID-19. When unavailable, more intricate alternatives such
as powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs), supplied-air respirators (SARs),
or high-efficiency particulate arrestance (HEPA) can be used.

8. FACE SHIELDS

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Face shields consist of a visor, a lightweight plastic or metal frame, and a
suspension system that attaches the shield to the head of the wearer. Providing
full face protection, this PPE is typically worn on top of masks or goggles to
prevent the inhalation of toxic or harmful substances, body fluids, or, as in
the case of COVID-19, virus-carrying aerosol droplets.

Employers looking to source PPE, like face shields, for their workforce must
thoroughly research and evaluate prospective suppliers to reduce the risk of
purchasing counterfeit PPE. In the wake of COVID-19, several manufacturers have
retrofitted their businesses to help meet the increasing demand for PPE.

With this in mind, it’s more important than ever before to scrutinize PPE
suppliers. Consult government resource lists to find legitimate manufacturers,
check supplier certifications, insist on checking product samples for legitimacy
and quality, and closely interrogate contracts.

9. PROXIMITY SENSORS

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Proximity sensors are a new addition to the list of PPE, with their development
spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic.

With proper use, this device is typically used to indicate the proximity of a
user to a hazardous object but has been updated by product developers to help
manufacturing employees adhere to the six-foot separation guidelines. This is
also a means to track exposure to COVID-19 within the workplace.

10. BODY SHIELDS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

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In particularly hazardous conditions, workers might be required to protect their
entire body. Body protection comes in the form of jackets, aprons, lab coats,
overalls, and full body suits. They are made from a range of materials including
fire-retardant wool or cotton, rubber, leather, and plastic.

Body protection of this kind must be carefully measured for each employee to
ensure a proper fit. Shields such as jackets or full suits can also double as
high visibility clothing if employees are working in poor weather or low light
conditions. As for other types of PPE, safety harnesses are another important
item. These are built for workers who are in situations or environments where
there is a risk of falling.

Regardless of the type of industry, PPE (personal protective equipment) is an
essential part of maintaining a safe workspace.

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