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WorksheetsPersonal Protective Equipment
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What does PPE stand for?
Possible Protection Equipment
Personal People Evidence
Personal Protective Equipment
Protective planning equipment
Why do we use PPE?
To look good
So we don't get arrested
to protect our new clothes
To protect ourselves from harm
can you give some examples of PPE?
Hard hat, gloves, high visibility jacket, Goggles, Harness
Chelsea boots, skinny jeans, fred perry shirt
light cotton clothing
large baggy jumper
What could get damaged if you don’t use PPE in a workshop?
the workbench
Lungs, eyes, head, feet, skin, body
the flooring
the windows and doors
What legislation is PPE covered by?
PPE at work regulations 1992 (as amended)
PPE at work act 1990
Regulations of PPE 1997
PPE at work regulations 2020
When should PPE be used?
Everytime you step into a workshop
Once a week
when you are attempting a task that could cause harm to yourself
never
Who should supply your PPE in a work environment?
You will need to buy your own PPE
A charity group should supply your PPE
Your parents/guardians should supply your PPE
Your employer should supply it for free
What should happen to the PPE before you use it?
You should try it all on and show your friends
It should be properly assessed to check it is fit for use
You should write your name on it
You should check it is colour coordinated
What should come with the PPE to help you to use it correctly?
A video that shows someone wearing it
A photograph of someone wearing it
A phone number of the manufacturers
Instructions or training in a classroom
How must you use the PPE as the employee to keep yourself safe?
It must be used correctly
By placing it over your head
Only use it at night
Share it amongst your work colleagues
