Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Topics

Safety glasses, face protection, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, foot protection, body protection, and how to select the right PPE for the job.

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Personal Protection

Keeping Workers Safe with Proper Eye and Face Protection

Eye and face protection is essential to prevent injuries from flying debris, chemicals, and other hazards — learn how the right PPE keeps workers safe.

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Personal Protection

Face Shields: When Workers Need More Protection

Workers should always wear protection for their eyes and when needed wearing a face shield may be crucial to avoid a potentially permanent injury.

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Personal Protection

When Face Masks are Required or Advisable While at Work

Learn more about the precautions to consider when employees may be required or advised to wear face masks while at work to prevent the spread of illness.

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Personal Protection

PPE is Important: Hazards That May Cause Eye Injuries

Each day about 2000 U.S. workers have a job-related eye injury that requires medical treatment. That's why wearing required eye protection at work is critical.

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Personal Protection

Preventing Eye Injuries is a Great Safety Meeting Topic

Learn more about the most important points to discuss during your next safety meeting or toolbox talk on eye safety and preventing eye injuries on the job.

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Personal Protection

Hand and Arm Protection: Choosing the Right PPE

Protect your hands and arms from workplace hazards. Learn how to choose, use, and maintain the right PPE to reduce injury risk and work safely.

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Personal Protection

Damaging Decibels: Tips to Prevent Hearing Loss

Prolonged exposure to sounds that measure 85 decibels and higher can damage your hearing. Get valuable tips for protecting your hearing at work.

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