Safety Management: PPEs

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the last line of defense against laboratory hazards. PPE should be considered only after Engineering and Administrative Controls have been examined.  In order for PPE to protect the user, it must be stored, maintained, and worn properly.  Since PPE can fail, those who wear it should be trained to understand its limitations.  

Types of PPE:

Eye and Face Protection
Footwear
Hand Protection
Head Protection
Hearing Protection
Respirators
Skin Protection/Proper Clothing

UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS
" Treat all bodily fluids, blood, tissue specimen as potentially infectious"