Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Overview (US)

Our Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Overview (US) is a 33-minute online training program available with updated study guides.

In the United States, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays an important role in safeguarding the health and lives of construction workers and those in various other sectors. Due to the high-risk sector, construction workers need to be aware of the necessary PPE and ways to handle them. They need to understand which gear is needed for what particular job type and how to check and maintain those tools, equipment, or wearables. In 2021, OSHA issued over 1,300 citations for improper use or lack of PPE, highlighting its importance. Our course provides updated study guides, video tutorials, and a bundle of information to educate workers and organizations about the right use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). It helps ensure compliance with OSHA standards to keep workers safe on the job.

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Learning Objectives

Learn why PPE is necessary to minimize workplace hazards and ensure worker safety.
Recognize and differentiate between various types of PPE, including helmets, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, and respiratory gear.
Understand how to choose the correct PPE based on the hazards present in your work environment.
Learn how to correctly wear, adjust, and maintain PPE to ensure it provides the required protection.

Understand your regional OSHA regulations and employer responsibilities for providing and maintaining PPE.
Acknowledge that PPE is the last line of defense and should be used in combination with other safety measures.
Learn how PPE plays a vital role in protecting workers during emergency responses, spills, or unexpected hazards.

Course Outline

1. Introduction
1. Welcome
2. Introduction
3. Learning Objectives
2. Workplace Hazards
1. Hazard Controls
3. PPE Requirements and Responsibilities
1. PPE Requirements
2. Your Responsibilities
3. Selection Requirements
4. Head, Eye, Face and Hearing PPE
1. PPE Types
2. Head Protection
3. Head Protection (continued)
4. Eye and Face Protection
5. Hearing Protection
6. Knowledge Check: Head Protection
5. Hand, Body, Foot and Leg PPE
1. Hand Protection
2. Body Protection
3. Foot and Leg Protection: Steel-Toe, Foundry and Conductive Shoes
4. Foot and Leg Protection: Electrical Shoes

6. Respirators
1. Respiratory Protection
2. Two Types of Respirators
3. Respirator Fit Testing
4. Learning Activity: Types of PPE
7. Wearing PPE
1. PPE Fit
2. Wear and Comfort
3. General Use and Care
8. Maintaining PPE
1. Storage
2. Cleaning PPE
3. Inspecting PPE
4. Repairing or Replacing PPE
5. Repairing or Replacing PPE (continued)
6. Knowledge Check: Maintaining PPE
7. Knowledge Check: PPE Fit
8. Exposure Procedure
9. Summary
1. Summary

Training Process

Upon enrollment, learners can access detailed guides, video tutorials, and assessments designed to improve their understanding of PPE. The course is self-paced, allowing workers to complete each module on their schedule. Each section is designed to provide practical tips and real-world examples, ensuring proper PPE usage and OSHA compliance. We ensure that every worker gets optimum knowledge and understanding of the course.