A common problem is getting your staff to wear their PPE without being repeatedly told to do so. What approach can you use to get your staff to wear and look after their PPE?
Published 29.01.2007
Many employers work to the theory that the more personal protective equipment (PPE) they demand staff wear, the better protected they must be. Does the HSE see it the same way?
Published 26.04.2018
One of your managers is convinced that if you allow staff to choose the style of personal protective equipment (PPE) issued, you stand a better chance of them looking after and wearing it. Is this an
option you should consider?
Published 22.10.2009
One of your staff visited a client’s site and was asked to wear safety glasses, boots, gloves, hi-vis vest etc., in areas where there was no apparent reason for doing so. Is this something you should
do as a precaution?
Published 12.03.2007
You’ve decided that staff need personal protective equipment (PPE) and have spent time selecting suitable items. But before you hand them out, it’s worthwhile considering the next steps. Our flow
chart shows what’s legally required.
Published 07.11.2017
Having carried out a risk assessment, you’ve identified that staff should be wearing protective footwear in an area of your business. How do you choose it, and then contend with those who refuse to
wear it?
Published 24.10.2005
To comply with the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 you must assess the suitability of any footwear, gloves, masks, etc. before you issue them. Use our form to record your
assessment.
Published 13.11.2015
One of your workers has said that because he handles bags of waste you should provide him with ballistic trousers to reduce the risk of injury. What are these trousers and are they a necessary
precaution?
Published 22.11.2013
If your staff carry out welding work, should you equip them with flame-resistant clothing? If so, what should you look for when selecting this type of personal protective equipment and what are the
limitations, if any?
Published 24.03.2014
As a last line of defence, PPE can be an effective way of protecting your staff by forming a barrier between them and the hazard you are exposing them to. But it’s critical to ensure a good fit. Why
is this so important?
Published 14.02.2024