PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
Proper Use
- Personal protective clothing and equipment can only be effective if it is used properly.
- Select the appropriate type of clothing or equipment (e.g. gloves, respirators, LEV) according to Hazard Assessment performed by supervisor for PPE.
- Properly maintain and store personal protective equipment after use.
- Replace defective or damaged personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, or respirator components. Mechanical equipment such as LEV can be effectively repaired.