Personal protective equipment ppe within pilbara ports authority ppa controlled areas. A procedure mask also called an isolation mask is a disposable mask that protects the wearer from droplets that might be infectious. The procedure for putting on and removing ppe should be tailored to the specific type of ppe. Personal protective equipment personal protective equipment ppe must be provided when necessary by reason of hazards encountered that are capable of causing injury or impairment ppe is not a substitute for engineering, work practice, andor administrative controls ppe creates barrier between hazard and route of. Some types include sterile, nonsterile, nonmedical, and utility gloves. Specific pathogen free spf animals maintained in a barrier facility. Safety and health topics personal protective equipment. Lippincott procedures personal protective equipment ppe. Guidance for the donning and doffing of personal protective equipment ppe for covid19 formally 2019ncov following the cdc guidelines. Objective this document outlines the minimum requirements for the selection, use and maintenance of personal protective equipment ppe within pilbara ports authority.
Personal protective equipment ppe procedure a312034 page 3of 16 damaged or worn ppe must be reported to the supervisor, who will arrange for the supply and issue of replacements. Guidelines for personal protective equipment ppe ehs. Personal protective equipment ppe for infection control. This is a sample personal protective equipment program of. The poster provides key instructions to reinforce safe practices and are intended to limit the spread of contamination. Refer to the hearing conservation program in the safety manual.
Hazard and risk assessment prior to the execution of any work a risk assessment shall be carried out in accordance with. Be free of cuffs or open pockets that could trap molten metal. Safe operating procedure sop a4 version a3 version. The employee may consult their registered optometrist for help in selecting such prescription safety glasses. It is intended that as an outcome of this procedure. This material and safety and health consultation services are provided free of charge to owners.
Do not use the same pair of gloves for the care of more than one patient. Purpose this policy provides guidelines to ensure the proper selection, use, and care of ppe through work area hazard assessments and appropriate employee training. The purpose of this safe work practice swp is to document steps taken to provide a hazard free workplace. Personal protective equipment ppe general the purpose of personal protective equipment ppe is to protect employees from exposure to work place hazards and the risk of injury. Special protective clothing or equipment shall be free of charge to the employee and available. National institute of justice law enforcement and corrections standards and testing program national institute of justice guide for the selection of personal protective equipment for emergency first responders nij guide 10200 volume i november 2002. The primary use of personal protective equipment ppe is to protect healthcare workers hcws and reduce opportunities for transmission of mcroorganisms in heilthcare faa ilities. Lippincott procedures personal protective equipment ppe, removal author. Do not dangle a mask around the neck when not in use do not reuse mask change the mask if it becomes wet or soiled do not double glove. Personal protective equipment p pe can be of vital importance. Protective equipment ppe requires all employers to assess their workplace for hazards that might. Purpose this standard operating procedure sop describes the proper attire required for working in designated animal areas.
Evidencebased methodology is used, by using a medline literature. Personal protective equipment ppe safety equipment and protective clothing to be used whenever it has been identified as a risk control measure. Procedures hazard assessment for ppe safety or designated person in conjunction with supervisors, will conduct. Personal protective equipment ppe use during the covid19 pandemic included are three evidencebased documents produced to support health care organizations and providers be stewards of personal protective equipment. This standard operating procedure sop describes the proper attire required for working. Osha has made it clear that failure of an employer to pay for personal protective equipment that is not commonly used by the employee away from the job is a violation. Provide safety standards specifically designed to cover personal protective equipment ppe. It also gives additional information about ppe, to ensure it is used and maintained correctly. Personal protective equipment ppe cs250672e the type of ppe used will vary based on the level of precautions required, such as standard and contact, droplet or airborne infection isolation precautions. Making the workplace safe includes providing instructions, procedures, training. If ppe has to be used, the supervisor must select the proper equipment and require its use. Examples of personal protective equipment that may be provided by employees include non. Personal protective equipment ppe use during the covid. Wac 296800160 personal protective equipment ppe requires all employers to assess their workplace for hazards that might require the use of personal protective equipment.
Scrutinize each laboratory procedure individually for potential hazards based on the chemicals to be used and the procedure to be performed. Individual clothing and personal protective equipment ppe requirements are. The company here after called the company knows that safe employees and improved employee. Personal protective equipment personal protective tips. When arriving at the scene of an emergency, the appropriate level of ppe shall be worn. Sequence for donning and removing personal protective equipment. Some operations and procedures may warrant additional ppe, as indicated by the material safety data sheets, msdss, and the standard operating procedures for the material being used, facility policies, regulatory requirements, or the hazard assessment.
Personal protective equipment revision date 72816 personal protective equipment introduction p urpose whenever feasible, hazards must be eliminated through engineering, andor administrative controls, prior to resorting to the use of ppe. Health and safety risks must be managed in accordance with the whs risk management procedures. Personal protective equipment in laboratories 05162014 page 5 of 14 other operations. For a listing of free or sales items, visit oshas website at. The need to use ppe shall be determined from the process of hazard identification, risk assessment and development of risk control measures. Purpose this procedure outlines the requirements and practices for the management of personal protective equipment ppe to assist with the correct selection, supply, use, replacement, maintenance. Personal protective equipment policy protection tool they would rather use. Examples of ppe include such items as gloves, foot and eye protection, protective hearing devices earplugs. Perform hand hygiene perform hand hygiene on the patient care. Any emergency where smoke, flame or suspected hazardous materials are involved, full ppe.
Ppe is equipment that will protect the user against health or safety risks at work. After each topic is discussed, the supervisor, and employee or employees sign the. Before using or assigning ppe, steps should always be taken to eliminate or control hazards and work procedures should be in place to limit exposure to these hazards. Ppe free zonesare areas where individuals are unlikely to be. Selection of the appropriate ppe is based on risk assessment. Ppe must be available for situations where an unexpected exposure to chemical, biological or physical hazards. Occupational safety and health technical reference manual rates. Gom does not rely on ppe as the only means to provide protection from hazards, but are. Contracting policy to control all hazards on a project using engineering, administration or behavioral controls. Many hazards that exist on construction projects require the use of ppe to limit. Doffing step by step edited 04102020 until the hand sanitizer is dry doffing step 1. Personal protective equipment ppe procedure a312034 page 2of 16 1. Personal protective equipment ppe selection policy guideline, information, training, instruction, workplace, work health and safety regulations, protective, equipment, ppe.
Personal protective equipment title mackenzie health. Personal protective equipment for infection control fda. Further guidance can be obtained from the health and safety personal protective equipment policy. Protective equipment at work regulations 1992 leaflet indg174 pdf. Personal protective equipment procedure ipc policy manual. Gom region personal protective equipment ppe safe work practice swp 1 purposescope. Covid19 infection control and personal protective equipment ppe guidance for arizona background it is important for healthcare workers to be protected as they provide patient care to arizonans. Personal protective equipment, commonly referred to as ppe, is equipment worn to minimize exposure to a variety of hazards. Ontario agency for health protection and promotion, provincial. This procedure also applies to ppe required under other specific pieces of legislation. What health care workers need to know about gown standards and selection considerations pdf presentation on nov. Hanover risk solutions sample personal protective equipment ppe policy. Guidelines for use of n95 respirators versus facemasks for care of individuals with suspected or confirmed covid19 2.
Ensure that each employee is trained and made aware of the safety procedures which are associated with personal protective equipment ppe. The aim of this procedure is to provide uinversity of the west of scotland uws staff. Oshas personal protective equipment ppe standard 1910. Standard operating procedure 1 personal protective equipment ppe includes the firefighter coat, pants, scba, helmet, nomex hood, gloves and boots. Astm international is providing nocost public access to important astm standards used in the production and testing of personal protective equipment including face masks, medical gowns, gloves, and hand sanitizers to support manufacturers, test labs, health care professionals, and the general public as they respond to the global covid19 public health emergency. Gom region personal protective equipment ppe safe work. Pictures associated with each item reinforce the safety message for employees. This poster demonstrates the sequence for donning and removing ppe. Guidelines and resources for personal protective equipment ppe in healthcare settings. This procedure is also applicable to utc employees and students who are engaged in 1. Personal protective equipment procedures for selection and use personal protective equipment ppe is selected based on the potential hazard presented by the work. Learn the proper ways and uses for this type of personal protective equipment. Selection and use of personal protective equipment ppe date. The purpose of this procedure is to provide a mechanism for identifying and selecting personal protective equipment ppe.
The purpose of this program is to protect our employees by ensuring that personal protective equipment ppe is provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition whenever it is necessary due to hazards from processes or in the work environment. The use of appropriate and indicated personal protective equipment ppe will reduce the spread of covid19 and the required followup monitoring. All personal protective equipment ppe that is intended for use as a medical device must follow fdas regulations and should meet applicable voluntary consensus standards for protection. This may include the need for using personal protective equipment ppe and clothing when undertaking a hazardous task. Provides guidance concerning the application of current enforcement policy and procedures for personal protective equipment ppe in shipyard employment.