Hazard Assessment and PPE Don Ebert- Risk Manager (509)

2 Hazard Assessment Evaluate every job function in every department Determine if hazards are present Check for hazards to eyes, respiratory system, head, feet, hands Determine what PPE will protect against identified hazards

3 Regulatory Requirement WAC WISHA requires you to perform “hazard assessments” as part of your Personal Protective Equipment program

4 Three-Step Hazard Abatement First determine if the task can be eliminated—if not, proceed as follows: Step 1. Eliminate a spray-painting hazard through engineering; e.g., provide a paint- spray booth with ventilation. Step 2. Establish administrative (safety) rules; e.g., only paint under certain conditions. Step 3. Provide PPE; e.g., a respirator, gloves, coveralls, head covering, etc.

5 Eye and Face Assessment Flying particles Molten metal Liquid chemicals Acid or caustic liquids Chemical gases or vapors Potentially injurious light radiation

6 Respiratory Protection Hazard Assessment Assess for: Inhalation of airborne dusts or particulates Inhalation of chemical vapors or fumes Lack of adequate oxygen Hazardous substances and exposures

7 Head Hazard Assessment Falling objects Exposed electrical conductors Low-hanging obstructions

8 Foot Hazard Assessment Falling or rolling objects Objects piercing the sole Exposure to electrical hazards Slippery walking surfaces Wet or muddy conditions Hazardous chemicals Cold weather conditions

9 Hand Hazard Assessment Skin absorption of harmful substances Severe cuts or lacerations Severe abrasions Punctures Chemical burns Thermal burns

10 Assessment Certification Identifies the workplace that was evaluated Identifies person certifying evaluation Identifies date of hazard assessment Indicates PPE selected for hazard Requires employees to wear PPE

11 General Work Clothing Hot or cold materials or objects Chemicals Welding hazards Heavy, sharp, or rough materials Moving machinery

12 Employee Training When PPE is necessary What PPE is necessary How to put on, remove, adjust, and wear PPE Limitations of PPE Care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal of PPE

13 Selecting Eye and Face Protection Safety glasses Goggles Face shield Shaded filter lenses Prescription eyewear Z87

14 Wear and Care of Eye Protection Fits comfortably Does not distort or block vision Put on before exposure to the hazard Clean with soap and water Dispose of when scratched or damaged

15 Selecting Respiratory Protection Filtering facepiece Air purifying respirator Different types of cartridges Air-supplied respirator Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) NIOSH approved

16 Wear and Care of Respiratory Protection Medical approval Fit test Inspection before each use Seal check Cleaned regularly Stored properly

17 Selecting Head Protection Protective hard hats Electrical insulation hard hats Bump caps Z89

18 Wear and Care of Head Protection Fit comfortably Inspection before each use Cleaned regularly Used only to protect the head

19 Selecting Foot Protection Steel toes Metatarsal protection Puncture or slip- resistant soles Chemical resistance Waterproof boots Cold weather foot wear

20 Wear and Care of Foot Protection Should be comfortable Inspected before each use No cracks or holes in chemical or waterproof boots Soles checked for excessive wear Kept clean

21 Selecting Hand Protection Chemical- resistant gloves Kevlar, metal mesh, cut-resistant gloves Leather work gloves Extreme temperature gloves Electrical work gloves

22 Wear and Care of Hand Protection Comfortable fit Inspect gloves before each use Keep clean and dry Discard if damaged or contaminated

23 Selecting General Work Clothing Long-sleeve shirts and long pants Flame-retardant clothing No loose clothing or jewelry Chemical-resistant clothing

24 Summary Develop a PPE hazard assessment checklist Conduct and certify the hazard-assessment for each job Select the appropriate PPE for the hazard(s) identified Train employees how to wear and care for the PPE

25 Quiz 1.Name one of the eye and face hazards that WISHA wants employers to look for. 2.What type of footwear should be worn to protect against the hazard of falling objects? 3.What should you always do before putting on a respirator? 4.When is it time to dispose of eye and face protection? 5.Employees need to be trained on the limitations of their PPE.True or False

26 Quiz (cont.) 6.Name one of the hand hazards that WISHA wants employers to look for. 7.What type of eyewear should be selected to protect against a dusty environment? 8.Name a type of glove that can protect against cuts or lacerations. 9.Employees are more likely to wear PPE that is comfortable.True or False 10.Eye protection that is approved for use in the workplace will be marked with what code?

27 Quiz Answers 1.Flying particles, molten metal, chemical liquids or gases, light radiation 2.Shoes with steel toes and metatarsal protection 3.Inspect the respirator before each use 4.Scratched or damaged so they don’t fit properly 5.True

28 Quiz Answers (cont.) 6.Skin absorption of harmful substance, cuts, abrasions, punctures, chemical or thermal burns 7.Goggles designed for dust 8.Kevlar or metal-mesh gloves 9.True 10. Z87