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Personal Protective Equipment Flashcards

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  1. What is a PPE risk assessment?

    Answer: An evaluation of hazards to determine what PPE is needed for each task

    A PPE risk assessment evaluates the hazards present in each task or area to determine what types of PPE are needed, ensuring the right protection is provided.

  2. What training must workers receive regarding PPE?

    Answer: How to use, fit, maintain, store, and inspect their PPE correctly

    Workers must receive training on the correct use, fitting, maintenance, storage, inspection, and limitations of their PPE, along with why it is needed.

  3. What type of fall protection PPE is available?

    Answer: Full body harnesses, lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, and anchor devices

    Fall protection PPE includes full body harnesses, shock-absorbing lanyards, self-retracting lifelines (SRLs), and various anchor devices, all designed to prevent or arrest falls.

  4. How should PPE be stored when not in use?

    Answer: In a clean, dry place protected from sunlight, chemicals, and physical damage

    PPE should be stored in a clean, dry location away from direct sunlight, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and physical damage to maintain its protective properties.

  5. What is the limitation of PPE as a safety measure?

    Answer: It only protects the individual wearing it and depends on correct use and maintenance

    PPE only protects the individual wearer, relies on being correctly selected, fitted, worn, and maintained, and does not eliminate the hazard itself.

  6. What regulations govern PPE in Irish workplaces?

    Answer: Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007, Part 2 Chapter 3

    PPE requirements are set out in Chapter 3 of Part 2 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007.

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