Module 3: PPE 3.3 Training Susan Harwood Grant Number SH-17820-08-60-F-23

1. Module 3: PPE 3.3 Training Susan Harwood Grant Number SH-17820-08-60-F-23

2. Disclaimer • This material was produced under grant number SH-17820-08-60-F-23 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or polices of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

3. Objectives • Recognize the hazards when using personnel protective equipment (PPE) • Explain what factors go into training for PPE use • Outline how to properly wear PPE

5. Prior to workers beginning a job they have to be trained on the PPE that will be utilized for the operations or workplace. Figure 1 Fumes raising from hot work on the shaft

6. Workers need to know and understandwhen PPE is required. Figure 2 Hot work on the pad

7. So what goes into the training and what are employees required to understand and follow? Figure 3 Worker cutting sections down with torch

8. So what factors should be considered if PPE is necessary to wear? Figure 4 Final cutting down section

9. The employer and supervisors make a risk assessment or job survey prior to workers making entry to develop the PPE protocols. Figure 5 Supervisor discussing area for gangway

10. The protocols state the PPE requirements for confined space entry, hotwork, asbestos removal, or the operations at hand. Figure 6 Personnel in the yard

11. PPE should be worn when engineering or administrative controls can not reduce the hazards and or risk to the workers. Figure 7 Workers in the lower compartments cutting

12. The PPE necessary depends on the hazards that exist or may exist within the workplace. Figure 8 Working on the pad cutting

13. The worker must be trained on how towearPPE properly. Figure 9 Working on the double bottom

14. Fit testing should ensure that respirators fit properly and protect the worker while in the workplace. Figure 10 Torch cutting bottom section

15. PPE has limitations and the worker should beaware of those limits. Figure 11 Worker displaying face shield and respirator

16. Employees should not be allowed to work areas where PPE does not protect them from the hazards. Figure 12 Scrap steel awaiting to be processed

17. Employer is not responsible to pay for or supply everyday clothing. Figure 13 Proper gear of face shield and gloves while cutting

18. Employer will pay for reissue of PPE damaged while working on site. Figure 14 Workers in the engine room near the piping

19. The worker should be trained to properly care and maintain their issued PPE. Figure 15 Workers on the main deck preparing to make a cut

20. Inspection standards shall address frequency for PPE inspections, documentation, and care. Figure 16 Worker removing insulation

21. The worker mustdemonstratetheir knowledge and ability to use PPE. Figure 17 Worker operating a skid loader

22. Training must address how to properly use the PPE, the useful life, and disposal once expended. Figure 18 Worker with fall protection cutting on a walking surface

23. Retraining occurs when the hazards or the job activity changes. Figure 19 Workers are boarding the ship on ladder way heading to the workplace

24. When the type of PPE changes the worker must be retrained. Figure 20 Discussing procedures for removing the section

25. If workers do not know how to properly use PPE, then retraining is a required. Figure 21 Sorting out metals

26. All training must be documented with name of the worker, date of training, and type of training received. Figure 22 Working surface is being prepare for hot work

29. References • OSHA eTool www.osha.gov

30. Worker safety is a priority