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APPENDIX A PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Partially adopted from OSHA 3077, Personal, Protective Equipment 1992 Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes all clothing and other work accessories designed to create a barrier against workplace hazards. In certain situations, the use of thus equipment can make the difference between life and death. OSHA has always required that engineering controls and training be utilized before the utilization of PPE. It is important to remember that although PPE may protect against the hazards, it does not eliminate them altogether. If the equipment fails or is worn improperly, an exposure will occur. All PPE must be maintained in a clean and serviceable condition The equipment should be washed or otherwise decontaminated after each use, and maintained in such a manner that the next person to use the equipment can do so without having to perform maintenance or cleaning With the exception of properly trained personnel, PPE shall not be altered by an employee except in the event of an emergency Selection of the proper PPE for the hazard is essential. Luke the PPE that falls, improper selection will also cause exposure to the hazard encountered. The following guide is to be used for reference only It lists PPE for the most commonly exposed portions of the body; the head, eyes, ears (hearing), torso, arms, and legs. If you can not find the type of protection that you need, or need assistance in selecting the proper PPE, contact the Health and Safety director or his Assistant for further information. A. Eye nd Face Protection Eye and face protective equipment is required by OSHA when it is a reasonable probability that the PPE will prevent injury to the eyes or face. The bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) found the about 60% of workers who suffered eye injuries were not weanng eye protection equipment. The typical injury to the eye was caused by falling or flying blunt objects The survey also showed that few workers ever complained about poor vision or discomfort with personal eye protective equipment. Compare this to the number of workers who would complain after being wounded or blinded because they were not wearing eye protection. Suitable eye protectors must be worn where machines or operations present the hazard of flying objects, liquids, injurious radiation, or a combination of these hazards. The equipment must meet some basic requirements: They must provide adequate protection against the particular hazards for which • A-22