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6620
Appendix T1 Selecting,
Acquiring, Training, and Caring for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) |
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Purpose
The need for personal protective equipment (PPE) is determined by completing a Task Hazard Analysis (THA) or in specific work areas as determined by the supervisor. Required PPE is provided at no cost to Jefferson Lab employees. This appendix describes how to:
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Select appropriate PPE
· Acquire and replace PPE
· Obtain training in the use of PPE
· Care and maintenance of PPE
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Scope
This document provides minimum requirements for PPE utilized by Jefferson Lab. Additional requirements may be necessary for specialized PPE. These are addressed within the ES&H Manual Chapters that correspond to a particular hazard issue.
This appendix is written in coordination with ES&H Manual Chapter 6620 Personal Protective Equipment. All applicable content within the chapter applies to the procedure outlined in this appendix.
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Responsibilities
NOTE: Management authority may be delegated at the discretion of
the responsible manager.
3.1 Everyone at Jefferson Lab
· Comply with work area and work specific PPE requirements. Signs often indicate requirements and are generally posted in affected work areas.
· Contact ES&H Professional to request an evaluation of hazard issues that may require PPE.
3.2 Employees Using PPE
· Maintain current PPE training and medical monitoring as required.
· Ensure assigned PPE fits properly and is appropriate for the task. Report ill-fitting, non-compliant equipment to your supervisor.
· Maintain and store PPE in accordance with manufacturer instructions and training.
· Inspect PPE prior to use, check for:
o Cleanliness
o Wear
o Defects
· Dispose of PPE that fails inspection, in accordance with training.
3.3 Supervisor/Subcontracting Officer’s Technical Representative (SOTR)/Sponsor
· Evaluate the work assignment and inspect the work area. Complete a Task Hazard Analysis (THA) to determine PPE requirements.
· Ensure area signs indicating required PPE are posted.
· Ensure PPE required for work assignments is available.
· Provide training to employees who are required to use PPE. Provide information on:
o the appropriate type required and why
o how to properly don the PPE
o how to care for, maintain, and identify its useful life cycle
o how to properly dispose of damaged or expired PPE
· Ensure employees who require PPE receive appropriate medical monitoring.
· Ensure workers use and maintain PPE correctly.
3.4 ES&H Professional
· Inform supervisors of any deficiencies in the suitability, use, and/or maintenance of PPE observed during walk-throughs and provide guidance for correction.
· Assist Procurement Department with PPE purchases, as requested.
· Advise Stockroom on new types of PPE, as requested.
3.5 Procurement Department Manager
· Consult the appropriate ES&H Professional to ensure PPE vendors used by Jefferson Lab meet safety performance requirements (i.e., ANSI, NIOSH, etc).
· Ensure approved vendors of required prescription safety glasses and safety shoes are made available to employees, as necessary.
3.6 Occupational Medicine
· Perform necessary medical evaluations, approvals, and monitoring for employees who use applicable PPE.
3.7 Jefferson Lab Stockroom
· Consult with ES&H Professional to obtain approval prior to stocking new types of PPE.
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Process Steps
Unless otherwise stated, the process steps below are performed in accordance with your supervisor’s instructions.
Determining the need for PPE is accomplished by completing a THA (see ES&H Manual Chapter 3210 Appendix 2 Task Hazard Analysis Worksheet) or in specific work areas as determined by the supervisor. Minimally any part of the body at risk from the following types of hazards needs to be protected:
· Flying particles, objects |
· Crushing hazards |
· Excessive noise |
· Electric shock/arc flash |
· Temperature extremes |
· Cuts and abrasions |
· Chemical splashes |
· Soldering spatter |
· Chemical contamination of skin and clothing |
· High noise |
4.1 Select and/or Identify Appropriate PPE
Consult with the ES&H Professional if assistance is needed in selecting appropriate PPE.
· Identify the hazard issue(s) and the PPE required for mitigation (e.g., face protection, head protection, etc.).
· Select the type(s) of PPE required (e.g. safety goggles, face shield, etc.) to appropriately protect the worker from the hazard identified.
There are four ways to acquire and/or replace PPE at Jefferson Lab:
· Supervisor[1] – Distributes PPE to new employees and approves purchasing authorization for future needs. After receiving authorization, employees may obtain PPE from the Stockroom or place WebStock orders for additional and replacement equipment.
· Stockroom[2] (Building 90) – Walk-in orders are placed at the customer service counter for immediate pickup.
· Jefferson Lab WebStock – Orders are placed from your computer using Jefferson Lab Intra-Net Commerce (Webstock). Items are delivered to your desk within three to five business days.
· On-Site Vendors – Notification is given when a vendor will be onsite. Orders are placed directly with vendor.
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1: Where to get PPE (including Specialized PPE)
Type of PPE |
Style of PPE |
Examples of Work Requiring PPE |
Where to get PPE |
Hard hat |
Construction, electrical , falling objects, protruding
objects |
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Face Shield |
Flying particles and splash. (Eye protection must be worn under the face shield) |
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Safety glasses |
Hammering, grinding, drilling |
(Prescription glasses require supervisor approval. See Employee
Prescription Safety Glasses Purchasing Procedure.) |
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Safety sunglasses |
Outdoor use |
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Gas-tight goggles |
Contact lens wearers – chemicals, dust, mist, vapor |
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Indirectly vented goggles |
Cryogens, chemicals |
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Face shield NOTE: eye protection must be worn under face shield |
Mist or particulates |
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Electrical or arc blasts |
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Laser glasses |
Class 3b and 4 lasers |
Laser System Supervisor |
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Weld Shield Replacement Lens |
Welding, cutting |
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Safety shoes/boots, shoe guards, toe guards |
Construction; electrical; protection from objects that
fall, roll, or pierce the foot |
On-site Vendor |
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Metatarsal protective coverings |
Crush protection |
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Chemical resistant boots |
Chemical resistant |
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Ear muffs, foam ear plugs, fitted ear plugs |
High noise areas or processes, using impact tools |
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Cryogenic gloves – Supervisor purchase |
Cryogens |
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Insulated leather gloves |
Welding |
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Disposable gloves – vinyl, latex, nitrile |
First aid, environmental, beryllium, lead |
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Cut resistant gloves |
Grinding, handling sharp objects |
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General purpose gloves, leather work gloves |
Moving, lifting, handling, lead |
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Chemical resistant gloves |
Chemicals |
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Protection |
Knee Pads |
Kneeling on concrete or other hard surfaces |
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Aprons, Overalls, Coveralls |
Chemical splash, Silica dust, Lead dust |
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Clothing for hot and cold temperatures |
Extreme temperatures |
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Vests and jackets designed for visibility |
High visibility – purchase through e-commerce |
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Full body covering |
Select chemicals – IH |
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Arm coverings |
Welding – e-commerce |
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Leggings |
Welding – e-commerce |
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Respiratory Protection |
Air purifying respirators – Dust masks, cartridge respirators |
Particles, mists, vapors, fumes |
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Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) |
Used for hazardous waste operations and ODH 4 conditions |
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Escape Packs |
Emergency ODH 2 or 3 escape |
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Insulating rubber gloves |
Electrical Class 00 gloves < 500 volts Class 0 gloves
< 1000 volts |
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Leather protectors |
Mechanical protection worn over rubber insulating gloves |
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Lineman’s glove |
1 – 10 kV |
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Insulating mats |
Electrical |
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Insulating blankets |
Electrical |
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Flame resistant (FR) clothing |
Protection against electrical arc flash |
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Harnesses, lanyards |
Elevated work |
Employees, assigned work requiring the use of PPE, receive training for each type of PPE they use. Training includes, but is not limited to:
· Type and style of PPE required and why.
· How to properly don the PPE assigned.
· Care, maintenance, useful life, and how to properly disposal of damaged or expired PPE.
The minimum requirements for the care of PPE are in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. In addition employees using PPE:
· Inspect each piece prior to and after each use, ensuring that it is clean and in proper working condition.
· Store in areas away from moisture, sunlight, contamination, extreme temperatures, or clutter.
· Dispose of expired or defective equipment.
5.0
Revision Summary
Revision
1.7 – 02/06/17 – Periodic Review; minor edits for clarification per J.Williams
Revision
1.6 – 01/08/14 – Changed
Stockroom contact from x7233 to x6297 per J.Williams
Revision
1.5 – 06/28/13 – Periodic Review; added Jefferson Lab Stockroom to responsibilities; clarified
responsibilities for ES&H Professional.
Revision
1.4 – 11/01/12 – Added “Leg
Protection” – “knee pads” to Basic PPE listing
Revision
1.3 – 01/26/12 – Added
“High noise” as a hazard issue requiring PPE
Revision
1.2 – 09/09/11 – Added
beryllium and lead to examples of work needing gloves
Revision
1.1 – 01/11/11 – Updated to
provide employees with a procedure for obtaining prescription safety glasses
Revision
1.0 – 04/29/10 – Updated to
reflect current laboratory operations
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ISSUING
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TECHNICAL POINT-OF-CONTACT |
APPROVAL
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REVIEW DATE |
REV. |
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ES&H Division |
02/06/17 |
02/06/20 |
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[1] Supervisors must approve the
purchase and/or use of specialized PPE.
These items include:
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[2] The Stockroom (x6297) maintains a supply of Jefferson Lab’s most commonly used PPE. Items not available can be ordered using the Jefferson Lab Intra-Net Commerce (Webstock) or purchase requisition system.