training relevant markings on their PPE. 5. Types of PPE Ask delegates to identify the different types of PPE available. Use your own site and equipment as a point of reference, identifying what the specific hazards might be and what PPE options they have to choose from.
7. Safety signs Time to get to grips with safety signs. Kick things off with the obvious: safety signs are round in shape, with a white picture on a blue background. Let your audience know that they provide mandatory instructions in relation to specific behaviour. So, if a
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Outline the ‘risks’ and see if they can name the ‘hazards’ and ‘options’: Risks
Hazards
Options
Eyes
Chemical splash, dust, projectiles, gas and vapour
Safety spectacles, goggles, faceshields and visors
Safety signs
Head
Impact from falling objects, bumping/ banging head and hair entanglement
A range of helmets and bump caps, many designed to meet specific industry needs
Breathing
Dust, vapours, gas and oxygen deficient atmospheres
Disposable filtering facepieces or respirators, half or full face respirators, air fed hood / helmets and self-contained breathing apparatus
Hands and arms
Abrasions, Gloves, gauntlets, temperature extremes, mittens, wrist-cuff cuts and punctures, and armlets impact, chemicals, electric shock, skin infection/irritation
Feet and legs
Wet, electrostatic build-up, slipping, cuts and punctures, falling objects, chemical splashes and crushing
Safety boots/shoes, wellington boots, gaiters and leggings
The body
Adverse weather, chemical splashes, dust and entanglement
Conventional or disposable overalls, boiler suits, waterproof coats or jackets and hi-vis clothing
1. Name the markings on PPE equipment confirming it has been assessed and conforms to the required standard 2. PPE is considered as the ‘last resort’ in terms of providing protection – why? 3. Other regulations have specific requirements in relation to the provision and use of PPE – provide some examples of these. 4. What must you do with your PPE when you have finished using it? 5. You damage your PPE and it cannot be repaired – what action do you take? 6. Give some examples
6. Maintenance Getting the right tools for the job is one thing, but making sure they are maintained is equally important. Inform the delegates that maintenance is a key aspect in ensuring the continued effectiveness of PPE. Let them know it is both the responsibility of employers and employees to ensure proper storage is available, and that equipment is clean and in a satisfactory state of repair. Cleaning can be carried out by trained workers while intricate repairs should be conducted by manufacturers. The core message to convey here is who your operators should go to if they have an issue with their PPE.
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sign says wear a hat, wear a hat. It is simple mathematics. 8. Other regulations Rules and regulations snake through the terminal storage sector. Let delegates know there are a number of additional regulations which need to be taken into account when it comes to the provision of PPE. These regulations include: • Control of Lead at Work 2002 • Ionising Radiations 1999 • The Control of Asbestos 2006 • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2005 • The Control of Noise at Work 2005 9. Questions Time for a quiz. Ask the team:
You have a duty to take care of the PPE and not to abuse it. Ensure you store it appropriately • If you are unsure about how to use any PPE apparatus ask for training first • If there is anything wrong with the PPE provided e.g. worn out, broken, in need of maintenance or cleaning, report it. 11. Make a record With the session now ended and the teapot empty, make a record of those who attended. Present this form to delegates:
of PPE that would provide protection to the eyes, arms, hands, body, legs and feet. 10. Action point summary Provide delegates with a quick recap to consolidate the PPE training session: • You have a duty to wear any PPE provided by your employer. They have a duty to see that you do • You must wear and use the PPE in the way it was intended – therefore it must fit you. If it doesn’t, report it • PPE must be suitable for the risk and the job in hand. If it’s not, report it • PPE must not itself create a new risk. If it does, report it
‘I confirm that I have attended the Toolbox Talk and have raised any questions relevant to this delivery. Should I have further questions regarding this topic then I will raise these in the first instance with my line manager.’
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July/August 2013 • TANK STORAGE