Safety

PPE

b. safety

boots

a. ear defenders

c. safety glasses

d. overalls

g. earplugs

h. protective gloves

f. safety goggles

e. full-face shield

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PPE – Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of an organisation to provide adequate PPE whenever there

are risks and hazards which cannot be eliminated or controlled in other ways. The

organisation or employer also has the responsibility to ensure that health and

safety regulations, policies and procedures are observed.

It is also the responsibility of a worker to comply with all health and safety

regulations, policies and procedures and ensure that PPE provided to him is fit for

use and he must report any defects, damage or deterioration to a supervisor.

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regulations =rules

eliminated =taken away, removed

supervisor =a person in charge

observed =followed

provide =supply, give

report =inform somebody about something

Risks

flammable material

slip hazard

radiation hazard

general danger

trip hazard

risk of explosion

electrical hazard

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Safety Signs

blue =a. obey – you must do this

green =b. safety – go

yellow=c. caution danger

red=d. prohibition – stop

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Hazards

Some chemicals or other substances give off vapour which can be a hazard in the

workplace. Toxic fumes are also a hazard. For example, the exhaust fumes of an

engine must be protected against. Protection from toxic fumes and vapour is done

with the use of a mask, respirator or full breathing apparatus, which offers the most

complete protection. Masks and other PPE are also used to protect a worker from

dust, which is an allergen and can cause an allergic reaction.

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Some chemicals and substances such as oil, solvent, detergent are irritants and

can cause mild or severe irritation to exposed areas of skin. This irritation appears

as a rash or, in some cases, as severe dermatitis. In all cases, the worker should

seek medical attention and report the problem in the appropriate way. If a worker is

handling such substances, correct PPE, such as safety gloves and an overall, must

be used.

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Masks and respirators protect against toxic fumes and vapour.

An allergic reaction is caused by an allergen, such as dust.

Irritation to the skin can be caused by certain chemicals.

Hands are protected by safety gloves and wrist mitts.

If an injury or an irritation occurs, the problem should be reported.