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PPE safety
PPE equipment definitons
Term | Definition |
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Hard Hat | Protects Head from low, Hanging, or falling objects. |
Chaps | Protects the legs from heat, impacts, and cuts and abrasions while welding or cutting. |
Earplugs | Protects the ears for loud noises. |
Boots | Protects feet from abrasions, cuts, and chemicals. |
Face Shield | Provides additional protection for the face from particles, and chemical splashes but is not impact resistant. |
Full Body Suit | Protects body from chemicals, toxins, or biological hazards. |
Gloves | Protects the hands form chemicals, rough or sharp parts, or heat . |
Goggles | Protects the eyes from splashes of chemicals, paint, or other liquids. |
Harness | Fall protection system worn when working at height. |
Hazards | Dangers in the workplace. |
Respirator | Protects lungs from dust, fumes, gasses and vapors. |
Safety Glasses | Protects the eyes from impacts with flying objects. |
Safety Vest | Increases visibility to keep workers from being run over or struck by objects at a job site. |
Welding Helmet | Protects eyes and face from bright arc and heat when welding. |
Coveralls | a one-piece protective garment worn for heavy manual work. |
Fire Retardant Jacket | A jacket that can resist heat and flames |
Cut Resistant Gloves | Gloves that can resist sharp, pointed, objects |
Nomex Hood | A Hood that can resist heat and flames |
Sleeves | the part of a garment that wholly or partly covers a person's arm. |