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PERSONAL PROTECTI VE   EQUIPMENT (PPE) The primary methods for preventing employee exposure to hazardous materials are elimination, engineering and administrative controls. Where these control methods are not appropriate or sufficient to control the hazard, personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. A   work area assessment   is required to determine the potential hazards and select the appropriate PPE for adequate protection. Employees must receive training which includes the proper PPE for their job, when this PPE must be worn, how to wear, adjust, maintain, and discard this equipment, and the limitations of the PPE. All training must be documented. Objective To ensure the proper selection, use, and care of PPE through work area hazard assessments and appropriate employee training.  Responsibility Each department is responsible for: 1. Identifying the appropriate PPE based on the hazards of the task/ work area. See  PPE Selection Considerations  in the

HOW TO KNOW ORIGINAL SAFETY FOOTWEAR OR SAFETY BOOTS What should I know about safety footwear? How is footwear selected? Footwear must be chosen based on the hazards that are present. Assess the workplace and work activities for: Materials handled or used by the worker. Risk of objects falling onto or striking the feet. Any material or equipment that might roll over the feet. Any sharp or pointed objects that might cut the top of the feet. Objects that may penetrate the bottom or side of the foot. Possible exposure to corrosive or irritating substances. Possible explosive atmospheres including the risk of static electrical discharges . Risk of damage to sensitive electronic components or equipment due to the discharge of static electricity. Risk of coming into contact with energized conductors of low to moderate voltage (e.g., 220 volts or less). Type of walking surface and environmental conditions workers

HOW TO WALK SAFELY Walking safety depends on being a responsible pedestrian and staying aware of everything going on around you. 1.     Be Seen in Daytime: Wear brightly colored clothing in the day. 2.     Be Seen at Night: Wear  reflective clothing  and carry a flashlight at night. 3.     Walk on path separated from traffic by a curb or green strip whenever possible. 4.     Walk on the side of the road opposing traffic when there is no separate sidewalk. This way you will see the cars approaching you. 5.     At intersections, make sure drivers acknowledge you before entering the crosswalk. Drivers may have a green light to turn left even though you have the walk light. 6.     Walk with a friend or dog to reduce chance of robbery/attack. 7.     Carry identification  and a health information card, and have an ICE (in case of emergency) app on your mobile phone. 8.     If you carry a  personal defense weapon , take ongoing training and stay within t