How to select suitable PPE

How to select suitable PPE Begin with a suitable and sufficient risk assessment. Identify the hazard, route of exposure, likely severity, duration and who may be affected. First…

Eye, face, hand, foot and body protection

Eye, face, hand, foot and body protection Eye and face Safety spectacles, goggles and face shields protect against different hazards. Assess impact energy, dust, liquid splash, molten material,…

Respiratory protective equipment essentials

Respiratory protective equipment essentials RPE selection requires specialist care. The risk assessment must identify the contaminant, form, concentration, exposure limit, oxygen conditions and required protection. Use a respirator…

Hearing protection basics

Hearing protection basics Hearing protection should reduce exposure to a safe level without unnecessary overprotection that prevents communication or awareness of alarms. Assess the noise exposure, frequency characteristics…

PPE Enquiry Checklist

Information to include for chemical, mechanical and workplace PPE selection enquiries.