Personal Protective Equipment Washington DC

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is the first line of defense against jobsite hazards that can cause serious injury or illness. All field employees should be trained on what personal protective equipment to use in every work situation, and lead carpenters and production managers should set a good example to ensure personal protection becomes a habit.

Wear Your Hard Hat

A hard hat is the best protection against serious head injuries from falling objects. To be effective, the web suspension must be installed properly, and the hat must be worn with the front rim facing forward. Avoid drilling holes in or otherwise altering the shell. Stickers with metal coatings can create an electrical hazard, and paint or paint thinner can weaken the plastic shell.

Use Safety Glasses

Safety glasses, goggles, and full-face shields protect a worker's eyes from sawdust, flying particles, hot sparks, sand, mist, and glare. Regular sunglasses are not approved for use as safety eye protection. Approved safety glasses will have "Z87" stamped on them.

Wear Work Boots

Proper footwear, such as leather or steel-toed boots or shoes, helps protect against injuries caused by stepping on sharp objects like nail-embedded boards, tipping or rolling objects like steel beams, and hot surfaces like pavement or roofing. They also give better ankle support than sneakers or running shoes — especially when stepping off ladders or staging or walking on uneven ground.

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