Safety articles on Personal Protection

A worker wearing personal protective equipment that covers most of their body.
Personal Protection

Whole-Body Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

Employees should be trained to know when whole-body personal protective equipment is required to protect workers from on-the-job hazards.

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Worker Wearing Hearing Protection
Personal Protection

OSHA Standards for Hearing Protection: Avoid Hearing Loss

Workers exposed to high levels of noise can suffer permanent hearing loss. Understand responsibilities and rights when it comes to hearing protection.

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Worker Wearing Various PPE
Personal Protection

Use Other Safety Controls First, PPE is the Last Defense

PPE is often used as the only protection for serious safety risks, but there are 4 other controls to be implemented first. PPE is the last line of defense.

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Personal protective equipment on a table including boots, safety vest, eye protection, hearing protection, and a hard hat.
Personal Protection

Essential Guide to Selecting Workplace Safety PPE

PPE is designed to protect against specific hazards. It is important that the correct protection is selected for the hazards presented at the worksite.

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Construction Worker Standing at a Construction Site Wearing a Safety Vest and Holding a Hard Hat
Personal Protection

Job-Site Safety Vest Guidance and Visibility Requirements

There are different types and classes of safety vests and every worker should have a well-fitting safety vest that meets the requirements for the job site.

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Industrial Worker Using Eye Wash Station
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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Construction Welder Wearing Face Shield
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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