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Safety Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Hard Hat | a rigid protective helmet, as worn by factory and building workers. |
| Ear Plugs | to protect the user's ears from loud noises or the intrusion of water, foreign bodies, dust or excessive wind. |
| Respirator | to protect the wearer from inhaling particulate matter, including airborne microorganisms, fumes, vapours and gases. |
| Vest | a sleeveless garment for the upper body usually worn over a shirt. |
| Fire Retardant Jacket | flame-resistant clothing that is designed to be worn during activities where the wearer will constantly be exposed to flames, radiant heat and potential molten substance splash. |
| Face Shield | to protect wearer's entire face from impact hazard such as flying objects and road debris, chemical splashes, or potentially infectious fluid. |
| Safety Glasses | to protect the eyes from any type of foreign debris that may cause irritation or injury. |
| Coveralls | a piece of clothing that covers both the upper and lower parts of the body and is worn especially over other clothes to protect them. Protective clothing. |
| Cut Resistant Gloves | to protect the wearer's hands from cuts while working with sharp tools. |
| Sleeves | a tube of material that is put into a cylindrical bore |
| Dust Mask | a flexible pad held over the nose and mouth by elastic or rubber straps to protect against dusts encountered during construction or cleaning activities |
| Nomex Hood | made into the form of a paper sheet or board, is a superb insulating material for all kinds of electrical equipment, from motors and generators to transformers and other electrical equipment |
| Steel Toe Shoes | is a durable boot or shoe that has a protective reinforcement in the toe which protects the foot from falling objects or compression |