Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used to
reduce injuries and illnesses caused by exposure to hazardous substances or
conditions.
There are four ways by which hazardous materials can invade one’s body:
Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion and injection. These four ways of
invasion are known as routes of entry. OSHA requires employers to assess the
potential hazards associated with all substances in the work areas and provide
engineering and administrative controls to reduce exposures to acceptable
levels. It is the responsibility of the area supervisor to ensure that his/her
employees be provided the equipment necessary to safely carry out procedures. The
Safety Office will assist on the selection, purchase, maintenance and training
of employees for the use of PPE.
Personal protective equipment
commonly available in the stockroom :
Other protective equipment will be made available upon request. | 
