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Personal Protective
Equipment
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Safety Related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Agtech Engineering

Company Limited

Introduction......................................................................................................... 1

Requirements for PPE – A Checklist......................................................................2

Hazard Assessment and Equipment Selection.....................................................3

Training Employees in the Proper Use of PPE .....................................................4

Sharing PPE ……………………....................................................................................5

Eye and Face Protection.......................................................................................6

Head Protection ...................................................................................................8

Foot and Toe Protection ....................................................................................10

Hand Protection .................................................................................................11

Fall Protection ....................................................................................................12

PPE Appendices:

A. Certification of Safety-Related PPE Hazard Assessment........................13

A-1. PPE Hazard Assessment Form.................................................................14
A-2. PPE Hazard Assessment Certification Form............................................15
A-3. Sample PPE Assessment and Certification Worksheet Form.................16
B. Sample PPE Walk Through Survey and Certification Form.....................17
C. PPE Training Certificate...........................................................................18
D. Sample PPE Test......................................................................................19
E. PPE Assignment Training and Fit-Test Form.................................................20
F. PPE Policy......................................................................................................21
 Safety-Related PPE
GI

Introduction

Hazards exist in every workplace in many different forms: sharp edges, falling
objects, flying sparks, chemicals, noise, and a myriad of other potentially
dangerous situations.

Controlling a hazard at its source is the best way to protect employees. When
engineering, work practice, and administrative controls can’t protect employees,
employers must provide PPE to their employees and ensure its use. PPE is
equipment worn to minimize exposure to a variety of hazards.

This guide will help both employers and employees do the following:

 Understand the types of PPE.

 Know the basics of conducting a “hazard assessment” of the workplace.
 Select appropriate PPE for a variety of circumstances.
 Understand what kind of training is needed in the proper use and care of
PPE.

The information in this guide is general in nature and does not address all
workplace hazards or PPE requirements. The information, methods, and
procedures are based on the AEL requirements for PPE.

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 The Requirements for PPE – A Checklist

To ensure the greatest possible protection for employees in the workplace, the
cooperative efforts of both employers and employees will help in establishing
and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.

In general, employers are responsible for:

___ Performing a “hazard assessment” of the workplace to identify and

control hazards.
___ Certifying, in writing, completion of a hazard assessment.
___ Identifying and providing appropriate PPE for employees.
___ Training and retraining employees in the use and care of the PPE.
___ Maintaining PPE, including replacing worn or damaged PPE.
___ Periodically reviewing, updating, and evaluating the effectiveness of the
PPE program.

In general, employees should:

___ Properly wear PPE.

___ Attend training sessions on PPE.
___ Care for, clean and maintain PPE.
___ Inform a supervisor of the need to repair or replace PPE.

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 Personal Protective Hazard Assessment and Equipment Selection

1. Conduct a workplace survey. Conduct a walk-through survey to identify

sources of hazards to feet, head, eyes, and face of workers. Reassess
whenever a new hazard is introduced into the workplace.

Care should be taken to recognize the possibility of multiple and

simultaneous exposure to a variety of hazards. Adequate protection
against the highest level of each of the hazards should be provided.

During the walk-through survey, observe:

a. Sources of impact/motion; i.e., machinery or processes where

any movement of tools, machine elements, or particles could exist.
b. Sources of high temperatures that could result in burns, eye
injury, or ignition of protective equipment, etc.
c. Types of chemical exposures.
d. Sources of hazardous atmospheres.
e. Sources of hazardous radiation, i.e., welding, brazing, cutting,
furnaces, heat treating, high intensity lights, etc.
f. Sources of falling objects or potential for dropping objects.
g. Sources of sharp objects which might pierce the feet or cut hands.
h. Sources of rolling or pinching objects which could crush the feet.
i. Layout of the workplace and location of co-workers.
j. Any electrical hazards.

2. Organize and analyze data. When the walk-through is complete, the

employer should organize and analyze the data so that it may be
efficiently used in determining the proper types of PPE required at the
worksite. The employer should become aware of the different types of
PPE available and the levels of protection offered.

3. Select PPE. Select PPE which ensures a level of protection greater than
the minimum required to protect employees from the hazards. PPE that
fits well and is comfortable to wear will encourage employee use.

4. Fit the device. If PPE does not fit properly, it can make the difference
between being safely covered or dangerously exposed. It may not
provide the level of protection desired and may discourage employee
use.

5. Reassess hazards. When new equipment and/or processes introduce

hazards that might require revised PPE strategies.

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 PPE Training (

Employers are required to train each employee who must use PPE. Employees
must be trained to know at least the following:

 When PPE is necessary.

 What PPE is necessary.
 How to properly put on, take off, adjust and wear the PPE.
 The limitations of the PPE.
 Proper care, maintenance, useful life and disposal of PPE.
 Additional requirements when sharing PPE.

Employers should make sure that each employee demonstrates an

understanding of the PPE training as well as the ability to properly wear and use
PPE before they are allowed to perform work requiring the use of PPE. If an
employer believes that a previously trained employee is not demonstrating the
proper understanding and skill level in the use of PPE, that employee should
receive retraining. Other situations that require additional or retraining of
employees include changes in the workplace or in the type of required PPE that
make prior training obsolete.

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 Sharing PPE
Eye Protectors
Hair Enclosures
Foot Protection
Hand Protection

An employer may choose to provide one pair of protective eyewear for each
position rather than individual eyewear for each employee. If this is done, the
employer must make sure that employees disinfect shared protective eyewear
after each use. Protective eyewear with corrective lenses may only be used by
the employee for whom the corrective prescription was issued and may not be
shared.

Hair enclosures shall not be reissued from one employee to another unless it has
been thoroughly sanitized.

Safety shoes and boots which are not worn over shoes and which are worn by
more than one employee shall be maintained, cleaned, and sanitized inside and
out before being issued to another employee

If more than one employee wears a pair of gloves, the gloves shall be sanitized
before reissuance.

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 Eye and Face Protection

Employees can be exposed to a large number of hazards that pose danger to

their eyes and face. AGTECH requires employers to ensure that employees have
appropriate eye or face protection if they are exposed to front and/or side
impact hazards from:

 Flying objects and particles  Exposures

 Molten metal  Electrical flash
 Liquid chemicals  Injurious radiation
 Acids or caustic liquids  Glare
 Chemical gases or vapors  A combination of these
 Harmful contacts hazards

Selection
When selecting the most suitable eye and face protection for employees, the
following elements should be taken into consideration:

 Ability to protect against specific workplace hazards.

 Should fit properly and be reasonably comfortable to wear.
 Should provide unrestricted vision and movement.
 Should be durable and cleanable.
 Should allow unrestricted functioning of any other required PPE.

The eye and face protection selected for employee use must clearly identify
the manufacturer. Any new eye and face protective devices must comply or
be at least as effective with standard required.

Filter lenses
The intense light associated with welding operations can cause serious and
sometimes permanent eye damage if operators do not wear proper eye
protection. The intensity of light or radiant energy produced by welding,
cutting, or brazing operations varies according to a number of factors
including the task producing the light, the electrode size, and arc current.
PPE shows the minimum protective shades for a variety of welding, cutting,
and brazing operations in general industry (GI).

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Lenses
Lenses intended for use in eye protectors are of four basic types.

 Clear lenses are impact-resisting and provide protection against flying

objects. The use of tinted lenses for cosmetic purposes is not acceptable.
Clear lenses must transmit not less than 89% of visible radiation. To wear
a tinted lens that transmits less than 89%, a medical statement should be
provided.

 Absorptive lenses of shades 1.7 through 3.0 are impact-resisting and

provide protection against flying objects and glare or which are impact-
resisting and provide protection against flying objects, and narrowband
spectral transmittance of injurious radiation. Shaded lenses greater than
3.0 should be worn when employees are exposed to injurious radiation as
defined in the employer’s hazard assessment and Table 2 of Part 33. PPE.

 Protective-corrective lenses are impact-resisting and either clear or

absorptive, as specified for persons requiring visual correction.

 Filter lenses are impact resisting and provide protection against flying
objects and narrow-band spectral transmittance of injurious radiation.
Use of Head Protection

A head injury can impair an employee for life or can be fatal. Protecting
employees from potential head injuries by wearing a safety helmet or hardhat is
one of the easiest ways to protect an employee’s head from injury.

Employers must ensure that their employees wear head protection if they are
exposed to any of the following:

 Falling or flying objects.

 Other harmful contacts or exposures.
 Risk of injury from electrical shock.
 Chemicals.
 Temperature extremes.
 Hair entanglement.

Types of protective helmets (3375)

 Class G hard hats provide impact and penetration resistance along with
limited voltage protection (up to 2,200 volts).
 Class E hard hats provide the highest level of protection against electrical
hazards, with high-voltage shock and burn protection (up to 20,000
7
 volts). They also provide protection from impact and penetration hazards
by flying/falling objects.
 Class C protective hats provide limited voltage protection (firefighters
service helmets with full brim.)

A metallic head device shall not be furnished by an employer or used by an

employee for head protection, except where chemicals would deteriorate
other types of protective or safety hats or caps.

Hair enclosures; face and head (3378)

Where there is a danger of hair entanglement in moving machinery or
equipment, or where there is exposure to means of ignition, a hat, cap, or
net shall be used. Hair enclosures shall be reasonably comfortable,
completely enclose all loose hair, and be adjustable to accommodate all head
sizes. Materials shall be fast dyed, non-irritating to the skin, and capable of
withstanding frequent cleaning.

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Cleaning and inspection of head protection
 Inspect daily – shell, suspension headgear, accessories for holes, cracks,
tears, anything that compromises the protective value of the hat
 Consult manufacturer for proper cleaning procedures
 Store away from direct sunlight
 Never drill holes, paint, or apply labels, may reduce integrity of
protection.
 Remove and replace if visible perforations, cracking, or deformity of brim
or shell. Loss of surface gloss, chalking, or flaking.
 Remove if it sustains an impact, even if damage is not noticeable.

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 Foot and Toe Protection (3383)

Employees who face possible foot or toe injuries from falling or rolling objects or
from crushing or penetrating materials should wear protective footwear. Also,
employees whose work involves exposure to hot substances, corrosive, or
poisonous materials, must have protective gear to cover exposed body parts,
including legs and feet. If an employee’s feet may be exposed to electrical
hazards, non-conductive footwear should be worn. On the other hand,
workplace exposure to static electricity may necessitate the use of conductive
footwear.

Examples of situations in which an employee should wear foot and/or toe

protection include:
 When heavy objects such as barrels or tools might roll onto or fall on the
employee’s feet.
 Working with sharp objects such as nails or spikes that could pierce the
soles or uppers of ordinary shoes.
 Exposure to molten metal that might splash on feet or legs (see Parts 42-
Forging, 44-Foundries, and 45-Die Casting for specific requirements).
 Working on or around hot, wet or slippery surfaces.
 Working when electrical hazards are present.

Foot and toe protection choices

 Safety shoes have impact-resistant toes and heat-resistant soles that
protect the feet against hot work surfaces common in roofing, paving,
and hot metal industries. The metal insoles of some safety shoes protect
against puncture sounds. Safety shoes may also be designed to be
electrically conductive to prevent buildup of static electricity or non-
conductive to protect workers from workplace electrical hazards.
 Leggings protect the lower legs and feet from heat hazards such as
molten metal or welding sparks.
 Metatarsal guards protect the instep from impact and compression.
 Toe guards fit over the toes of regular shoes to protect the toes from
impact and compression hazards.
 Hand and Arm Protection (3392)

Where potential injury to hands and arms cannot be eliminated through

engineering and work practice controls, employers must ensure that employees
wear appropriate protection. Potential hazards include:
 Skin absorption of harmful substances (look for ‘skin’ warning on Safety
Data Sheets).
 Chemical or thermal burns.
 Electrical dangers.
 Bruises, abrasions, cuts, punctures.

Types of protective gloves

There are many types of gloves available today to protect against a wide variety
of hazards. The following are examples of some factors that may influence the
selection of protective gloves for a workplace:
 Types of chemicals handled.
 Nature of contact (total immersion, splash, etc.).
 Duration of contact.
 Area requiring protection (hand only, forearm, arm).
 Grip requirements (dry, wet, oily).
 Thermal protection.
 Size and comfort.
 Abrasion/resistance requirements.

Gloves made from a wide variety of materials are designed for many types of
workplace hazards. In general, gloves fall into four groups:
 Leather, canvas, or metal mesh gloves.
 Fabric and coated fabric gloves.
 Chemical--and liquid--resistant gloves.
 Insulating rubber gloves (see 3387).

Care of Protective Gloves

 Inspect before each use (tears, punctures, anything making gloves
ineffective, discoloration, stiffness).
 Discard if protective ability is impaired.
 Fall Protection

An employer shall ensure that each employee whose fall protection is not covered by
another AGTECH safety standard, and the employee’s work area is more than 6 feet
above the ground, floor, water, or other surface, shall be protected as prescribed in
Construction Safety Standard Part 45 “Fall Protection,” as referenced in R 408.13301a.
 Guardrail systems.
 Safety net systems.
 Personal fall arrest systems.
 Certification of
Safety-Related
PPE
Hazard Assessment

Employer: _________________________________________________

_________________________________________________

Location*: _________________________________________________

_________________________________________________

_________________________________________________
*Or type of work for employees not assigned to a fixed location

Workplace _________________________________________________
Assessed/
Evaluated: _________________________________________________

Date(s): _________________________________________________

_________________________________________________

Name of Person _________________________________________________

Assessing/
_________________________________________________

This document certifies that the hazard assessment has been

performed as required by AGTECH Safety Standards, Part 33,
Personal Protective Equipment.

Signature of
Person Certifying: __________________________________________________
 PPE
HAZARD ASSESSMENT

Company Name: ____________________________________________Date of Assessment: _____________________

Company Address: _________________________________________________________________________________

Workplace Evaluated: ______________________________________________________________________________

Name of Person Completing Assessment: ________________________________________________________________________

Job Classification HAZARD BODY PART PPE REQUIRED

TYPE of PPE REQUIRED
WORKSTATION SOURCE/TYPE AFFECTED YES/NO

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Appendix A-2
 PPE Assessment and Certification Worksheet

(Note) This worksheet, or any other worksheet used to assess the worksite for PPE, is not mandatory. However,
certification that a PPE assessment has been completed, is required by the PPE standard.

Assessment conducted by: ________________________________________

Date:___________________________

Task:_________________________________________________________
Department:______________________

Instructions

1. Conduct a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) of the above task.

2. List below, the hazards found in the JSA.
3. If engineering or management practices cannot eliminate the hazards or are not feasible, determine the
appropriate PPE for each hazard.
Note: If you are not sure about appropriate PPE, consult your OR-OSHA consultant or insurer for assistance.
Summary of Task Hazards and PPE Required

Impact by:_____materials_____equipment_____objects_____co-worker_____other (describe)_____________________________________

PPE required: (head, eye, foot, etc.)_____________________________________________________________________________
Contact with: _____ Stationary object _____moving object_____sharp object_____other (describe)_________________________________
PPE required: (foot, head, etc.)_________________________________________________________________________________
Fall: _____ from elevation _____ to surface _____slipping _____ tripping _____ other (describe)__________________________________
PPE required: (fall, restraint systems)________________________________________________________
Caught in, under, between: _____ running or meshing objects _____ moving object _____ stationary object _____ rolling vehicle_________
collapsing materials/cave-in _____ other (describe) _______________________________________________________________________
PPE Required: (hand, foot, etc.) _______________________________________________________________________________
Overexposure: ____ noise ____ heat ____ cold____ temperature variation ____ radiation. List dBA ___________Temp ______________F.
PPE required: (hearing, respiratory, clothing, eye, etc.) __________________________________________
Inhalation of: ____hot ____cold ____dust ____mists ____vapors ____smoke ____gasses ____fibers ____biohazards____ _other (describe)
PPE required: (respiratory, face, etc.)_________________________________________________________
Ingestion of: _____hot _____cold _____acids _____bases _____caustics _____poisons _____dust _____mists______ vapors ______smoke
_____gases _____radiation _____fibers _____other (describe) ______________________________________________________________
PPE Required: (respiratory, face, etc.) __________________________________________________________________________
Absorption of: ___acids ___bases ___ caustics ____poisons ___hazardous chemicals ___other (describe) ____________________________
PPE required: (hand, face, eye, clothing, etc.) _____________________________________________________________________
Skin contact with: ___ hot liquid ___molten metal ___sparks ___acids ___bases ___caustics ___poison ___other (describe) _____________
PPE required: (hand, foot, face, eye, clothing, etc.) _________________________________________________________________

4. Reference the associated SDS for each hazardous chemical used and list the recommended PPE for that chemical.
 Chemical: SDS PPE:

Certification _________________________________________ _________________________________

Signature Date
 PPE Walk Through Survey and Certification

Department _____________________ Task _________________________________________Date _________

Assess each task for hazards using the following criteria: (1) Type of injury or illness possible: (2) Probability –
unlikely, likely, highly likely; and (3) Severity – death, serious injury/illness, not serious injury/illness.

1. Sources of motion – machinery, processes, tools, materials, people, etc. ______________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

2. Sources of high temperatures – that could cause burns, ignition, injury to eyes, etc. ____________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

3. Sources of chemical exposure – splash, vapor, spray, immersion, etc.________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

4. Sources of harmful atmospheres – dust, fumes, gasses, mists, vapors, fibers, etc._______________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

5. Sources of light radiation – welding, brazing, cutting, furnaces, heat treating, high intensity lights, etc._____
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

6. Sources of falling objects – materials, equipment, tools, etc.________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

7. Sources of sharp objects – which could pierce the skin – feet, hands, face, etc. _________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

8. Sources of rolling or pinching that could crush – hands, feet. _____________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

9. Layout of workplace and location of co-workers – adequate space for task. ___________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

10. Sources of contact with electricity – wires, grounding. ____________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________
Required PPE: _______________________________________________________________________________

I certify that I have conducted a workplace survey on the above task to assess the need for PPE. The PPE noted above
will be required while performing this task.

____________________________________________ ____________________________________
Signature Date
 PPE TRAINING CERTIFICATION

Trained in PPE
Employee Hand
Name Date Trainer Eye & Foot
Number Head & Body Electrical Fall
Face & Leg
Arm
 PPE Test

Supervisors should give this test after training the employee on the proper use and care of PPE. The
supervisor should review the test and discuss any areas requiring additional training. When the
supervisor is confident that the employee has an adequate knowledge and ability to properly use PPE
associated with the job, the supervisor should certify training.

1. List the type(s) of PPE required for your task.

2. What are the hazards you are being protected against for each type of PPE used in your job?

3. Describe procedures for the use and care of the PPE you are using.

4. What should you look for to determine if the PPE you are using is in good working order?

5. What actions do you take when your PPE becomes defective?

Certification

I have personally trained ________________________________ and answered all questions pertaining to the proper use and care
of PPE. I certify that he/she has adequate knowledge and ability to proper use and care for the PPE associated with his/her job.

__________________________________________ ________________________
Supervisor’s Signature Date

I have been adequately trained on the use and care of PPE to be used by me. My supervisor has answered all questions to my
satisfaction and I understand he/she will be available for follow-up training if needed.

____________________________________ ______________________
Employee’s Signature Date
 PPE
ASSIGNMENT, TRAINING, AND FIT-TEST FORM

All affected employees receive PPE training that includes when PPE is necessary; what PPE is
necessary and why; how to wear PPE properly; PPE limitations and capabilities; and PPE care and
maintenance. Each affected employee is fitted properly with the assigned PPE.

The following individual has been assigned PPE, has been fit-tested, and has received training.

Employee: ____________________Training Date: ______________________________________

Name of Trainer: _________________________________________________________________

The following is a list of PPE assigned to this employee including the manufacturer, model and any
identification numbers:

I acknowledge that I have been assigned the above-named equipment, have had the opportunity to be
properly fitted, and have received training. I also acknowledge that I understand the training that was
provided.

___________________________________________
(Employee’s Signature)
 Appendix F

PPE POLICY
FOR

PURPOSE

The purpose of this program is to protect the employees of Agtech Eng. Company Limited from the
occupational hazards within the workplace by providing the proper PPE. It is the goal of the company to
use engineering controls as the primary method for protecting employees. However, when additional
protection is necessary, appropriate PPE will be worn. The scope of this program includes PPE for eye,
face, head, foot, and hand protection. If respirators and/or hearing protection is necessary, their use will
be covered by the company’s Respiratory Protection Program and the Hearing Conservation Program,
respectively.

RESPONSIBILITY

The person responsible for coordinating this program is SHEQ Manager. He/She will ensure that hazard
assessments are conducted, appropriate PPE is assigned, and affected employees receive training. The
SHEQ Manager will also be in charge of maintaining the documentation for this program.

Department supervisors should advise the responsible person of changes in PPE requirements (e.g., new
procedures/processes requiring different PPE; omission of a job/task). Additionally, supervisors should
consult with the responsible person before purchasing any new PPE.

HAZARD ASSESSMENTS

Each job/task performed will be assessed to determine foot, head, eye, face, and hand hazards present
and the proper PPE that should be worn. The assessments will include observation of the following
sources of hazards:

1. Impact: Flying chips, objects, dirt, particles, collision, and motion hazards.
2. Penetration: Falling/dropping objects, sharp objects that cut or pierce.
3. Compression: Rollover or pinching.
4. Chemical: Splashing, burns, fumes.
5. Temperature Extremes: Sparks, splashes from molten materials, burns from high/low
temperatures.
6. Harmful Dust: Dirt, particles, asbestos, lead.
7. Light Radiation: Welding, cutting brazing, lasers, furnaces, lights.

The Hazard Assessment Form will be completed for each job/task and will serve as certification that a
hazard assessment has been performed.

The person conducting the hazard assessment will also survey jobs that are non-routine or periodic. In
some cases, these assessments may not be completed until the jobs are scheduled.
Hazard assessments will be updated/evaluated whenever conditions or procedures change.