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MODULE 13
Introduction
Protective equipment = tools to do the job. Nearly 2 million disabling workrelated injuries expected this year. More than will involve head, eyes, hands, feet
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Shall be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment
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1910.132(f) Training
1. Employer must train employees before issuing PPE in at least these things:
i. ii. iii. iv. v. When PPE is necessary What PPE is necessary How to properly don, doff, adjust, and wear PPE Limitations of the PPE Proper care, maintenance, useful life and disposal of the PPE
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1910.132(f) Training
2. Workers must demonstrate an understanding of the training and the ability to use PPE properly before being allowed to perform work requiring the use of PPE 4. Written certification, to verify that each employee has received and understood the required training, contains: Name of each employee trained Date(s) of training Subject of the certification
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1910.132(f) Training
3. Retraining necessary for employees without required understanding and skill: Changes in the workplace Changes in PPE used Inadequate knowledge or use of PPE
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1910.133
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Protective eye and face devices shall comply with ANSI Z87.1-1989
FOR EXAMPLE
Z 87.1-1989
Respiratory Protection
1910.134
Only where engineering controls are not feasible should respirators be used
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Required elements:
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Training Fit testing Medical evaluations Care and maintenance Procedures for respirator selection Procedures for routine & emergency use
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Head Protection
1910.135
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Foot Protection
1910.136
Hand Protection
1910.138
1910.138(b) Selection
Employer selects based on:
Performance characteristics of the hand protection relative to the task(s) to be performed Conditions present Duration of use Hazards and potential hazards identified
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Hearing Protection
1910.95
Must attenuate to 90 dBA If STS has occurred, attenuate to 85 dBA Re-evaluate when noise levels increase
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Other Regulations
Other Regulations
29 CFR 1926 Subpart E: Personal Protective and Life Saving Equipment
Construction operations only If employees supply their own, employer assures adequacy and maintenance Includes safety belts, lifelines, lanyards
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Other Regulations
API RP 54 section 5
Includes fall protection Hearing protection includes 12-hour shift No loose or poorly fitted clothing Do not work in clothing saturated in hazardous substance wash and/or treat skin and change clothes
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