Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The course participants will know when it is necessary to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). They will also understand the limitations of the PPE. They will be able to properly don, doff, inspect and store their PPE. Many common types of PPE are examined in this course. Eye and face protection, heat protection, hand protection and foot protection are all discussed.

Contents:
• Overview of OSHA regulation
• When personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary
• What PPE is necessary
• How to properly don, doff, adjust and wear PPE
• The limitations of PPE
• The proper care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal of PPE

Target Audience:
This course is intended for WVU employees who will need to wear some type of general personal protective equipment.

Frequency Requirements	Course Length	Referenced Regulation
Annual	1 Hour	CFR 1910.132