Face Protection

 

Overview

Face protection is required by OSHA where there is a reasonable probability of preventing injury when such equipment is used. Employers must provide a type of protection that is suitable for the work being done.

Employees must use the protection provided. A Bureau of Labor Statistics study found that about half of the injuries which occurred to workers faces resulted from not wearing the pro­tective equipment supplied.

What must my employer do?

Your employer must ensure that: ·         All workers required to wear face protection understand how to use it so that it offers the most protection. ·         These workers must demonstrate understanding of the training, and the ability to use it properly before being allowed to perform work requiring its use. What must I do? As an employee who is required to use face protection, you must: ·         Understand how to use the required personal protection equipment (PPE). ·         Know how to properly clean and maintain the PPE.

What must face protection do?

At a minimum, face protection must:

·         Adequately protect against the particular hazards for which it was designed.

·         Be reasonably comfortable when worn under the designated conditions.

·         Fit snugly without interfering with the movements or vision of the wearer.

·         Be durable.

·         Be capable of being disinfected.

·         Be easily cleanable.

·         Be kept clean and in good repair. 

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