HAND PROTECTION

According to OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.138 A) REQUIREMENT:

To use appropriate hand protection when employees' hands are exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances; severe cuts; severe abrasions; punctures; chemical burns; thermal burns; and harmful temperature extremes .

B) SELECTION:
Employers shall base the selection of the appropriate hand protection on an evaluation of the performance characteristics of the hand protection relative to the task(s) to be performed, conditions present, duration of use, and the hazards and potential hazards identified.

TYPES OF HAND PROTECTION

Hand pads
Hand gloves

TYPES OF HAND PROTECTION

Wristlets

Hand sleeves

HEAD PROTECTION
According to OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.135
A)

REQUIREMENT:

The employer shall ensure that each affected employee wears a protective helmet when working in areas where there is a potential for injury to the head from falling objects or exposed electrical conductors.

B)

SELECTION:

American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z89.1-2009 American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z89.1-2003 American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z89.1-1997

TYPES OF HALMETS
Type 1: helmet with full brim, not less than 5/4 inches wide Type 2: Brimless helmet with a peak extending forward of crown

Class E (electrical) is tested to withstand 20,000 volts Class G (general) is tested at 2200 volts Class C (conductive) provides no electrical protection

WHEN HELMET IS NEEDED ??

Areas marked as HARD HAT AREAS

Construction sites
Aerial and underground operations While working in confined spaces Operating power equipment Working around conveyor belts or carrying equipment Working below exposed conductors.

COLOUR CODE FOR HELMET

Clients & Engineers Electricians or Electrical engineer

Sub-Contractors

Labours

Safety engineer or supervisor

HEARING PROTECTION