objectivesFrom gloves and goggles to face shields, hard hats, and respirators, members of the construction workforce must know which protective equipment to wear and when. Personal Protective Equipment Awareness for Construction reviews key safety requirements, so construction workers and employers can protect themselves at work. Conveniently available online, our PPE training course takes just 10 minutes to complete and will instill important knowledge into every student that will become useful in a variety of situations.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is an integral part of working safely on any job site. This introductory course provides students with the most pertinent information on how to choose, wear, and maintain PPE, as doing so properly could save lives. The topics covered include:
PPE requirements according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
OSHA and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) rules and regulations for PPE use to protect the head, face, ears, eyes, body, hands, and feet
Types of specialized equipment and when to use it
How to identify risks associated with the failure to select the correct PPE
Methods for conducting situational analyses, which help to determine which PPE is appropriate for any given situation
descriptionThis online course emphasizes on the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) in construction industry.Through this training individuals will understand the importance of the protective gear required for construction industry.
outline1. Introduction
Personal Protective Equipment Awareness Objectives PPE Is Your Safety Shield PPE Includes PPE Also Has Other Components 2. Protect Your Head
Why Do I Need a Hardhat? Which Type Hardhat to Select and Use Inspecting Your Hardhat Eye Injuries Acceptable Eyewear Types of Eye Protection (General) Hearing Loss 3. Protect Your Body
Hand Protection When Do I Need Gloves? Protecting Your Feet What Do I Wear for Body Protection? Other PPE Includes Situational Analysis Benefits Personal Protective Equipment for Construction takes just 10 minutes to complete, making it simple for construction workers and employers to fit it into their busy schedules. Upon completion, you will have a deeper understanding of the relationship between PPE and basic job site safety and be able to correctly select and utilize the various options for PPE.