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Safety
Vocabulary words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| respirator | protect lungs from dust, fumes, gasses and vapors |
| safety glasses | protect the eyes from impacts with flying objects |
| chaps | protect the legs from heat, impacts, and cuts and abrasions while welding or cutting |
| hazards | dangers in the workplace |
| hard hat | protects head from low, hanging, or falling objects |
| face shield | prov ides additional protection for the face from particles, and chemical splashes but is not impact resistant |
| harness | fall protection system worn when working at height |
| safety vest | protects body from chemicals, toxins, or biological hazards |
| goggles | protect the eyes from splashes of chemicals, paint, or other liquids |
| boots | protect feet from abrasions, cuts, and chemicals |
| ear plugs | protect the ears from loud noises |
| gloves | protect the hands from chemicals from chemicals, rough or sharp parts, or heat |
| welding helmet | protects eyes and face from bright arc and heat when welding |
| fire retardant jacket | 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. |
| coverall | a 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 | a 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 | A dust mask is a flexible pad held over the nose and mouth by elastic or rubber straps to protect against dusts |
| nomex hood | The hood protects the portions of the head not covered by the helmet and face mask from the intense heat of the fire |
| steel toe shoes | protects your feet from falling objects or heavy objects |