Environmental Health and Safety



Appendix A Last updated on July 29, 2015.PPE Hazard Assessment Certification for Common Tasks and Work AreasIMPORTANT NOTES: 1) Penn State University’s EHS Department certifies this document as a PPE hazard assessment. 2) More stringent PPE requirements may be imposed by EHS, Supervisors, or Safety Officers.3) Contact EHS in order to have work tasks added to this document. GENERAL PPE RULES:1) Basic rules for clothing: a) Loose clothing must not be worn when entanglement hazards exist.b) Shorts and open-toed shoes are not permitted in machine/maintenance shops.2) Basic rules for hearing protection:a) Hearing protection must be worn when using the following:i. Gas powered equipment such as mowers, chain saws, concrete saws, leaf blowers, vacuums, weed trimmers, etc.ii. Hilti-gunsiii. Electric concrete hammer/impact drills, jack hammers, etc.iv. Pneumatic equipment (jack hammers, air guns, etc)v. Skid loaders, tractors, feed grinders, etc.b) Hearing protection must be worn when in areas where it is difficult to hear or understand a “normal” tone of voice or conversation at a distance of about three feet. This is an indication that noise levels are probably exceeding safe exposure levels.3) Basic rules for respirators:a) Must be worn when required in Appendix B of the PSU Respiratory Protection Program, Respiratory Protection Program Manual.pdf.Task(s) / Area(s)Potential Hazard(s)PPE RequiredGrounds TasksBackpack Blower OperationFlying particles, Noise, motor vehicleSafety glassesHearing protectionChainsaw UseFlying particles, falling objects, cuts, noise, contact with motor vehicleHardhatSafety glassesHearing protection Face shieldWork glovesCut resistant leg protectionSafety shoesChipper OperationFlying particles, noise, entanglement, cuts, falling objects, motor vehicleHardhatSafety glassesHearing protectionWork glovesSafety shoesCutting HedgesFlying particles, noise, cuts, motor vehicleSafety glassesHearing protection when using power toolsWork glovesWork shoesDig holes, trenches, etc.Flying particles, falling objects, noise, cuts, motor vehicleHard hat if heavy equipment used or in trenchHearing protection if powered equipment is usedSafety glassesWork glovesSafety shoesFertilizer application (solid and liquid)Chemical splash, flying particles, noise, inhalationSafety glasses(solids)Goggles(liquids)Hearing protection if powered equipmentRespiratory protection based on label/SDSChemical resistant glovesLong sleeve shirt/pantsInstall remove snow blades, mover deck, etc.Cuts, falling objectsSafety glassesWork glovesSafety shoesLawn Mowing- RidingFlying particles, noiseSafety glassesHearing protectionWork shoes Lawn Mowing- Walk BehindFlying particles, noiseSafety glassesHearing protectionWork shoes Load/unload trucksCuts, falling objectsWork GlovesSafety shoesMulchingCuts, falling objectsWork glovesWork shoesTask(s) / Area(s)Potential Hazard(s)PPE RequiredOperate loaders/backhoes/power equipmentFlying particles, falling objectsHard hat (if not in cab) Hearing protectionSafety glassesSafety shoesOperating Z-Track/GatorsNoise Work shoeHearing protection (depending on noise level of the vehicle)Pesticide ApplicatorsChemical splash, flying particles, noise, inhalationRefer to container label for PPE requirements Planting TreesCuts, falling objectsHardhat if large treesWork glovesWork shoesRake/remove leavesCutsWork glovesWork shoesSalting WalksFlying particles, slip, skin irritationSafety glassesWork shoesShoveling SnowSlipWork glovesWork shoesSnow Blower OperationFlying particles, slipSafety glassesHearing protectionWork glovesWork shoesTree trimming/climbing with non-power toolsEye hazard, falling object, bump hazard, cuts, fallHard hatSafety glassesFace shield if climbing treeHearing protection if using power toolWork glovesWork shoesWeed trimming- String/BladeFlying particles, noiseSafety glassesHearing protection Long pantsWork shoeJanitorial TasksClean bathroomsChemical contact, potentially infectious materialsSafety glasses as label/SDS recommendsChemical/liquid resistant glove Dump trashCutsWork glovesFloor care- stripping/waxingChemical contact, flying particlesSafety glassesChemical resistant gloves as label/SDS recommendsFloor moppingChemicals contactSafety glassesChemical resistant gloves as label/SDS recommendsMix concentratesChemical contactSafety glassesChemical resistant gloves as label/SDS recommendsTask(s) / Area(s)Potential Hazard(s)PPE RequiredMove furniture and equipmentFalling objects, cutsWork gloves recommendedSafety/work shoesOperate scrubbing, buffing, shampooing equipmentContact hazardWork gloves recommendedWork shoesRemove and replace light bulbsEye hazardSafety glassesShovel snowSlipWork glovesWork shoesSpread saltSlipSafety glassesWork gloveWork shoeWash and clean windows, mirrors, walls, chalkboards, ceilings, blinds, light fixturesChemical contactSafety glassesChemical resistant gloves as label/SDS recommendsWash and polish furniture, etc.Chemical contactSafety glassesChemical resistant gloves as label/SDS recommendsAthletic Facilities TasksCheck/add chemicals to poolChemical contactSafety glasses/goggles as label/SDS recommendsChemical resistant gloves as label/SDS recommendsSet up, tear down indoor and outdoor equipmentFalling object, cutGloves recommendedSafety shoesAthletic field paintingChemical contactSafety glassesLaundry – (towels, uniforms)Chemical contactSafety glasses or goggles Chemical resistant gloves (when working in areas where chemicals are dispensed according to label/SDS)Carpentry TasksShop work – fixed and portable power tools (saws, drills, grinders, sanders, nailers, etc.)Flying particles, noise, airborne dust, heavy objectsSafety glassesSafety shoesField work – portable power tools (saws, drills, grinders, sanders, nailers, etc.)Flying particles, noise, airborne dust, heavy objectsHardhat if overhead hazard existSafety glassesSafety shoesRoof RepairWorking at height, flying particles, noise, airborne dust, heavy objectsHardhatSafety glassesFall harness, See PSU Fall Protection PolicySafety shoesTask(s) / Area(s)Potential Hazard(s)PPE RequiredInstalling insulation (sound / thermal) – fiberglass, rigid, etc.Airborne dustSafety glasses/goggles body cover (tyvek, etc)Drywall installationFlying particles, heavy objectsSafety glassesSafety shoesPaint / Coatings / Caulking applications (water, oil, and epoxy based)Chemical contactsafety glassesGlass cuttingCuts, flying particlesSafety glassesCut resistant glovesWork shoeCeiling tile installation (grid and adhesive)Flying particlesSafety glasses or gogglesPlumbing TasksCut, thread, bend, join metal pipeCut, flying objectsSafety glassesWork glovesSafety shoeCut and join plastic pipeCut, flying objectsSafety glassesWork glovesWork shoeClear blocked drain lines (chemical, power snakes, plungers)Splash, cutsafety glassesWork gloves (using power tools)Chemical resistant gloves (using chemicals)Electrical TasksElectrical circuit work – testing; troubleshooting; ballast, switch, receptacle replacement, etc.Shock, noise, light, shrapnel, fireSee PSU Energized Electrical procedure, Energized Electrical Safety Program.pdfElectronics repair / maintenanceShock, flying particlesSafety glasses(see PSU Energized Electrical procedure, Energized Electrical Safety Program.pdf )Task(s) / Area(s)Potential Hazard(s)PPE RequiredHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) TasksClean / replace filters (HVAC systems)CutSafety glassesWork glovesBoiler / Water Treatment chemical handlingChemical contactsafety glasses/goggles/face shield/chemical resistant gloves(as recommended by label/SDS)Water softening systems – back-flushing, adding saltChemical contactSafety glassesRefrigerant gases handlingChemical contactSafety glassesMotor vehicle repair / maintenance TasksSoldering, filing, grinding, sandingFlying particles, cutsSafety glasses or goggles Work glovesWork shoesWelding Burns, eye damage, electrical shock, cuts, and falling objects, respiratoryWelding hood with proper shadingWelding clothingWork glovesSafety shoesSheet metal workCuts, falling object, flying particlesSafety glassesCut resistant gloveSafety shoes Tire balancingFalling object, abrasionSafety glassesSafety shoesSmall engine repair / maintenanceChemical release/contact, flying particlesSafety glassesVehicle body work (apply fillers, grind, sand, file, prime, paint, buff)Flying particles, cutsafety glasses or goggles Work glovesRespirator may be requiredPainting TasksPaint scraping, cleaning, sandingFlying particles, respiratory hazard (Lead, Cadmium, Chromium, dust)Safety glasses or goggles respirator as requiredPriming / PaintingFlying particles, respiratory hazardSafety glasses or goggles, respirator may be requiredTask(s) / Area(s)Potential Hazard(s)PPE RequiredMiscellaneous TasksCleaning with compressed air (less than 30 psi)Flying particlesSafety glassesSign engraving (laminated plastic)Flying particlesSafety glassesCut keysFlying particlesSafety glassesSnow removal (emergencies) – shoveling, plowing, blowing, etc.Slip/fall, cutSafety glassesHearing protection (blower)Work gloves, work shoesWorking on/near roadway (i.e. landscaping tasks, utility work tasks, construction tasks, water services tasks, steam services tasks, janitorial tasks, etc)Contact with motor vehicleReflective vest (minimum ANSI Class 2)Airport baggage handlersContact with motor vehicleReflective vest (minimum ANSI Class 2)Directing parking (outside a booth)Contact with motor vehicleReflective vest (minimum ANSI Class 2)Directing trafficContact with motor vehicleReflective vest (minimum ANSI Class 2)Material handling (equipment, furniture, material receipts)Cuts, falling objectsWork glovesWork shoe or Safety shoeWorking in shops (metal, wood or maintenance shop)Flying particles, falling objects, noiseSafety glassesHearing protection (as needed)Safety shoe Pouring, mixing, dispensing, and disposal of hazardous materialsSplash, chemical contact Eye protectionFace protectionHand protectionBody protection(as recommended by label/SDS)Transporting empty or full chemical cylindersFalling objectSafety shoesInstalling or removing compressed gasesChemical releaseSafety glasses or gogglesOperating aerial lift, boom lift or bucket truckCrush hazard, contact with objects, fallHardhatSafety glasses or goggles if transporting chemicalsSafety shoesHarness Operating forklift/powered hand truckCrush hazard, chemical contactSafety glasses or goggles if transporting chemicalsSafety shoesTask(s) / Area(s)Potential Hazard(s)PPE RequiredOperating scissor liftCrush hazard, contact with objects, fallHardhatSafety shoesHarness if anchor point is available on scissor liftRefueling Forklift, aerial lift, scissor lift or other types of powered industrial trucksCrush hazard, chemical contactSafety glasses or gogglesWork glovesSafety shoesFilling batteries with distilled water (Forklift, aerial lift, scissor lift or other types of powered industrial trucks)Chemical contactSafety glassesFace shieldChemical resistant apronChemical resistant gloves Work shoesCutting, Welding and BrazingBurns, flying particles, falling objects, cutsWelding hood with proper shadingWelding clothingThermal/work glovesSafety shoesRespiratory protection (as needed)Laser Equipment – operation and maintenanceSkin and eye damagePPE requirements are different for each laser depending on the wavelength and power output. (See PSU Laser safety program)Work at height (roof, scaffolds)FallSee PSU Fall protection programSee PSU Scaffold programBlacksmithingCuts, falling object, thermal burns, flying particlesSafety glasses or gogglesThermal/work glovesSafety shoesCheck compressed gas/air systemsChemical contactSafety glassesWork glovesCheck cryogenic systems Chemical contactSafety glassesCryogenic/work gloveOperating machinery within a completely enclosed cab. NoneAs soon as employee exits the piece of machinery PPE may be required. Perform a Hazard Assessment. ................
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