The purpose of this program is to assess the need for appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Each unique job designation which incorporates specific use of equipment and/or procedures will be assessed for the need of specific PPE’s and documented within this program.
All equipment shall be certified PPE’s. Equipment specified within the job assessments will be used while performing work duties for that operation. Affected employees are not permitted to substitute any equipment in place of the specified PPE’s unless first cleared with management and the safety coordinator.
All employees will be trained on the following topics concerning the required PPE’s for their work area and/or function: (1) When PPB is necessary; (2) What PPE is necessary; (3) How to properly don, doff, adjust, and wear PPE; (4) The limitations of the PPB; (5) The proper care, maintenance, useful life and disposal of the PPE.
All employees will demonstrate an understanding of the training topics and proper use of the equipment.
Any employee who is not in compliance with the PPE requirements and procedures will be immediately subject to the appropriate reprimand procedures.
It is the responsibility of each supervisor and safety coordinator to ensure that PPE’s are available and properly used.