including the auto recycling industry. But why is it so important? Well, PPE is there to protect employees from occupational hazards that could cause injury or impair- ment of bodily function. So, OSHA requires proper PPE at any and all jobsites where the workplace environment or job tasks could be hazardous. Sounds broad, right? It can be! We have compiled some of the important take- aways for you.
OSHA has many employer requirements to satisfy PPE regulations, as directed by 29 CFR §1910.132. OSHA places the burden of the responsibility on employers to prove they are operating with safe employee standards. So, all employers are required to inspect their workplace and operations to determine if a hazard is present. If so, an employer is required to select a type of PPE that will protect its employees from the identified hazards. Of the many kinds of PPE, the main categories are eye and face, respiratory, head, feet, hands, electrical, and fall protec- tion. Once a hazard is identified, employers should look into what is proper PPE for each case. 29 CFR §1910 Subpart I specifies PPE requirements for each case. Once selected, employers must train employees on how and when to properly use the PPE. This will include how to don the PPE, its limitations, proper care, and disposal. Employees must demonstrate an understanding of this training before being permitted to begin work. Employee
retraining is necessary if an employee demonstrates a poor understanding or use of assigned PPE. Retraining is also required if there are changes to the job tasks or changes to proper PPE. Finally, employers must make properly fitting PPE readily available to all employees. Employers must pay to replace PPE, unless it was lost or intentionally damaged by the employee. Employers are not required to pay for everyday clothing. Employers must perform a workplace hazard assess- ment and provide a written certificate as proof for OSHA. This is the part OSHA issues the most citations for. This certificate needs to identify the evaluated work- place, the person certifying the evaluation, and the date of the assessment. If any of the PPE regulations are not met, you may get a citation by an OSHA inspector. VET performs PPE hazard assessments for different facilities. If you need more information, give us a call!
HAZARDOUS COMMUNICATION If your facility keeps hazardous substances on site, they could pose a serious threat to human health and safety. For the safety of your employees, be sure to comply with OSHA’s Hazardous Communication standards under 29 CFR §1910.1200.
Employers are required to develop a written hazard communication program. This documentation will include
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