4 Procedures
4.1 Supply and use of PPE
Category 4 Delegates or above must supply PPE to employees, students and others when hazards cannot be controlled by engineering measures or when it is specifically required under legislation. Safety devices and control equipment (such as exhaust or fume extraction systems and guards) must be in use at all times and PPE is to be an adjunct to these control measures.
Individuals must wear PPE as instructed by the supervisor, by a material safety data sheet (MSDS), risk assessment or a standard work procedure.
Training in the correct use, storage and cleaning of PPE should be provided and records kept.
4.2 Acquisition and storage
All PPE must comply with the appropriate Australian Standard.
Users of PPE must store the equipment in the accommodation provided. The equipment must be cleaned regularly and cleaned prior to use if shared.
PPE needs to be checked regularly both during storage and use should be easily accessible when needed.
Supervisors must carry out regular inspections to ensure that PPE is on hand and is maintained in good condition to ensure its continued effectiveness; and must keep records on any acquisition, cleaning and training in relation to the equipment.
Individuals must inform their Supervisor if there are deficiencies in the supply or condition of any PPE required to carry out work safely.