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What type of PPE is essential for protection against excessive noise?
What type of PPE is essential for protection against excessive noise?
Which type of PPE would be most appropriate for protecting against chemical splashes on the body?
Which type of PPE would be most appropriate for protecting against chemical splashes on the body?
Which type of PPE is NOT appropriate for protecting hands from chemical exposure?
Which type of PPE is NOT appropriate for protecting hands from chemical exposure?
What is considered the last resort for controlling exposure to hazards?
What is considered the last resort for controlling exposure to hazards?
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Which of the following is NOT a limitation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
Which of the following is NOT a limitation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
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What duty do employers have regarding Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
What duty do employers have regarding Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
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When should PPE be inspected and tested?
When should PPE be inspected and tested?
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What should employees do with PPE when it is not in use?
What should employees do with PPE when it is not in use?
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What is a key responsibility of employees regarding PPE?
What is a key responsibility of employees regarding PPE?
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What additional training must employers provide regarding PPE?
What additional training must employers provide regarding PPE?
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Which statement accurately reflects the role of rotating job assignments?
Which statement accurately reflects the role of rotating job assignments?
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What must be done before using hearing protective equipment (HPE) in a workplace setting?
What must be done before using hearing protective equipment (HPE) in a workplace setting?
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Which of the following describes the limits on daily or weekly noise exposure in a workplace?
Which of the following describes the limits on daily or weekly noise exposure in a workplace?
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What is the primary objective of engineering controls in hazard management?
What is the primary objective of engineering controls in hazard management?
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What is required when designating high noise level areas in a workplace?
What is required when designating high noise level areas in a workplace?
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Which of the following is NOT a method to control exposure to hazards?
Which of the following is NOT a method to control exposure to hazards?
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What is the final resort for noise control if other methods have failed?
What is the final resort for noise control if other methods have failed?
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What does the term 'health surveillance program' refer to in the context of noise exposure?
What does the term 'health surveillance program' refer to in the context of noise exposure?
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Study Notes
Head Protection
- Protect from head impacts and falling objects
- Use helmet or hard hat
Eye Protection
- Protect from chemical splashes, dust, gases, and vapors
- Use visors, face shields, goggles, or safety spectacles
Ear Protection
- Protect from excessive noise
- Use earmuffs or earplugs
Mouth Protection
- Protect from dust, vapor, and gases
- Use dust mask for nuisance dusts
- Use respirators for protection from gas and vapors
- Use air-fed helmet for higher levels of contamination
Hand and Arm Protection
- Protect from cuts, chemical exposure, contamination, and disease transmission
- Use various types of gloves with a material that prevents chemicals from passing through
Feet and Leg Protection
- Protect from slips, falling objects, chemical splashes, and cuts
- Use safety boots with protective toecaps and chemical resistant over shoes
Body Protection
- Protect from contaminated dust, chemical splashes, and adverse weather
- Use disposable overalls, boiler suits, hi-vis clothing, fire resistant clothing, lab coats, and bakers whites
Hearing Protection
- Last resort to protect from noise
- Use only after other measures to reduce noise have been exhausted
- The employer must inform the employee about steps taken to reduce noise
- Employer must provide and train in the use of hearing protection equipment
- This equipment should reduce noise exposure to less than 87 dB(A)
Hearing Protection Zones
- Employers should designate "Hearing Protection Zones" in areas with high noise levels
- The zones should be labeled "Ear Protection Zone" and include signage requiring hearing protection
- Employees are obligated to wear hearing protection equipment in these zones
- Employees who are regularly exposed to noise levels at or above the second action value must be included in a health surveillance program
Hearing Protection Limits
- Exposure limit that must not be exceeded: 87 dB(A) - daily or weekly
Controlling Exposure to Hazards (Hierarchy of Controls)
- Eliminate or substitute more toxic materials with less toxic ones
- Isolate people from the hazard
- Work practices and administrative controls (changing the way of working)
- Use individual protection from the hazard
Engineering Controls
- Achieved by isolating or enclosing the process or operation from workers
- Example: a physical barrier separating workers from chemicals
- Another alternative: local exhaust ventilation which removes contaminated air directly at the source
- Example: use fume hoods to remove dusts/fumes at the source
Limitations of PPE
- PPE does not reduce or eliminate the hazard
- Only protects the wearer, not others in the vicinity of the hazard
- PPE could be unreliable and leaving the individual unprotected if it fails
- Gives a false sense of security about the level of protection
- More than one type of PPE will be required due to varying sizes and sensitivities
Employers Duties
- Ensure suitable PPE is provided to all employees exposed to risks to their health and safety
- Conduct an assessment to ensure the PPE offers adequate protection for its intended use before use
- Maintain PPE, ensuring that it is in working order and good repair
- Inspect and test PPE frequently and repair any defects
- Provide replacement PPE
- Ensure that PPE is properly stored when not in use
- Provide adequate training to employees about the risks associated with the chemical they are being protected from
- Provide training on the proper use, maintenance, and limitations of PPE
- Keep a training record of all trainings provided
- Review training periodically
Employees Duties
- Use the PPE provided according to training and instructions received
- Store the PPE when not in use
- Report any defects in PPE
- Do not intentionally misuse or abuse PPE
Exposure Action Values
- Risks should be reduce to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP) using:
- Engineering controls
- Administrative controls
- Use of hearing protection equipment
Employers Responsibilities
- Know the hazards
- Provide a safe work environment for employees
Employees Responsibilities
- Use the PPE provided
- Care for the equipment provided
Work Practice and Administrative Controls
- Introduce changes to the process to minimize contact with hazards
- Rotate job assignments and work schedules
- Minimize the number of employees exposed and reduce the duration of exposure
- Use PPE as a last resort when other measures cannot adequately control the hazard
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Test your knowledge on various types of personal protective equipment (PPE) designed to safeguard against head impacts, chemical splashes, excessive noise, and more. This quiz covers key protection methods for eyes, ears, mouth, hands, feet, and body. Ensure you know how to stay safe in potentially hazardous environments.
