Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment (PPE) mitigates the severity of injuries by providing a barrier against workplace hazards. PPE must be utilized when the eyes, face, hands, extremities, or other body parts are exposed to workplace hazards that cannot be controlled through other means. While PPE is not a substitute for effective engineering controls, administrative controls, or good work practices, it should be used in conjunction with these measures to ensure employee safety and health. It is important to note that PPE does not eliminate the hazard; if the PPE fails or is used improperly, exposure to the hazard may still occur.