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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Overview (US)
Select suitable PPE for specific workplace hazards, emphasizing informed decision-making for effective risk mitigation.
About this course
Workplaces can be very dangerous and unpredictable places with loud noises, falling objects, flying sparks, toxic chemicals, whirling blades and belts, and more. So what is one way to keep yourself safe? By wearing personal protective equipment, commonly known as PPE, you can protect yourself against hazards and reduce your chances of getting hurt or even killed.
What you will learn
Identify different types of PPE;
Select the appropriate PPE for the hazards present;
Recognize the principles of proper PPE use, care and maintenance
Regulations and board approvals
OSHA 29 CFR 1910, Subpart I – Personal Protective Equipment;
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.28 – Personal Protective Equipment