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Safety
Safety vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Hard Hat | a rigid protective helmet, as worn by factory and building workers. |
| Ear Plugs | a device of pliable material for insertion into the outer opening of the ear (as to keep out water or deaden sound) |
| Respirator | an apparatus worn over the mouth and nose or the entire face to prevent the inhalation of dust, smoke, or other noxious substances. |
| Vest | personal protective equipment that's designed to have high visibility and reflective. |
| Fire Retardant Jacket | designed to be worn during activities where the wearer will constantly be exposed to flames, radiant heat and potential molten substance splash. |
| Face Shield | device used to protect wearer's entire face from impact hazard such as flying objects and road debris, chemical splashes , or potentially infectious fluid. |
| Safety Glasses | toughened glasses or goggles for protecting the eyes when using power tools or industrial or laboratory equipment. |
| Coveralls | one-piece protective garment worn for heavy manual work. |
| Cut Resistant Gloves | protect the wearer's hands from cuts while working with sharp tools. |
| Sleeves | tube of material that is put into a cylindrical bore, for example to reduce the diameter of the bore or to line it with a different material. |
| Dust Mask | 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 | clothing made from fire retardant material that people wear where they might encounter fire |
| Steel Toe Shoes | durable boot or shoe that has a protective reinforcement in the toe which protects the foot from falling objects or compression |
| Boots | protect feet from abrasions, cuts, and chemicals |
| Chaps | protect the legs from heat, impacts, and cuts and abrasions while welding or cutting |
| Full Body Suit | protect body from chemicals, toxins, or biological hazards |
| Googles | protect the eyes from splashes of chemicals, paint, or other liquids |
| Harness | fall protection system worn when working at heights |
| Hazards | Dangers in the workplace |
| Welding Helmet | protect eyes and heat and face from right arc and heat when welding |