PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

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Adapted from:

OSHA 3151-12R2003 Personal Protective Equipment document

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Upon completion of this unit the participants will be able to identify the need for Personal Protective Equipment on Wisconsin Dairy Farms.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE

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1. Identify the requirements for PPE.

2. Develop a hazard assessment program as it pertains to PPE.

3. Evaluate a variety of PPE devices and determine the types of equipment necessary for their farm.

4. Understand the training requirements for the workers on proper usage of PPE.

LEARNER OUTCOMES

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sharp edges falling objects flying sparks chemicals noise other potentially

dangerous situations

HAZARDS ON THE FARM

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Walk through survey

Organize and analyze data- determine need for PPE

Reassess as changes are made to the job

HAZARD ASSESSMENT

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Moving objects Fluctuating temperaturesRolling or pinching objectsElectrical connectionsSharp edges

PROTECTION FROM PHYSICAL HAZARDS

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Health hazards on the farmDustsChemicalsRadiationHeatNoiseErgonomics

PROTECTION FROM HEALTH HAZARDS

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Sources of electricityImpact between employee and equipmentRadiation from weldingBiologic hazards - zoonotic issues

OTHER ISSUES

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Preferred methodEliminate or reduce exposure

ELIMINATION OF HAZARDS: ENGINEERING CONTROLS

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Eliminate or reduce the exposure

Job rotations, varied hours

ELIMINATION OF HAZARDS: ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS

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Least preferred method

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE

EQUIPMENT

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Perform hazard assessmentIdentify and provide appropriate PPETrain on use and careMaintain; replace when worn or damaged Review, update and evaluate PPE program

EMPLOYER’S

RESPONSIBILITIES

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Properly wear PPEAttend training sessions on PPECare for, clean and maintain PPE Inform a supervisor of the need to repair or replace PPE

EMPLOYEE’S

RESPONSIBILITIES

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Safe design and constructionEasy of maintenanceFit and comfort Are the PPE compatible if worn togetherMust meet standards developed by

American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

PPE SELECTION

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Required to train on proper use before allowed to preform the taskWhen to wearWhat to wearHow to put on, take offLimitations How to care for it

TRAINING

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Document each employees training and test their ability to use PPE correctlyName of employeeDate trainedSubject of trainingQualifications of trainer

EVALUATE AND DOCUMENT

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Eye/faceHeadFoot/legHand/armEarsLungs

TYPES OF PPE

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Flying particles Liquid chemicals Chemical gases or vaporsPotentially infected materialPotentially harmful light radiation

EYE AND FACE PROTECTION

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Regular prescription corrective lenses do not provide adequate protection

Incorporate the prescription into the design Wear additional eye protection over their

prescription lenses.

PRESCRIPTION LENSES

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When handling chemicals in the milk house or shop

Making repairs to structures or machineryAreas where there is a high level of dustWhenever there is possibility or likelihood of

flying particles

EYE PROTECTION ON A DAIRY FARM

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Fit properly and be comfortableUnrestricted vision and movementDurable and cleanableUnrestricted functioning of any other PPE

EYE & FACE PROTECTION

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Safety eye glasses: Constructed of metal or plastic Impact-resistant lenses. Side shields (ANSI approved)

TYPES OF EYE PROTECTION

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Goggles:

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EYE PROTECTION

Tight-fitting eye protection

Protection from impact, dust and splashes

Fit over corrective lenses

Face Shields:Transparent sheets of ANSI approved plastic Extend from eyebrows to below the chin and

across the entire width of the employee's head

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EYE PROTECTION

 

Risk of possible foot or leg injuries

From falling, rolling objects

Crushing or penetrating materials

FOOT AND LEG PROTECTION

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TYPES OF FOOT AND LEG PROTECTION

Leggings: protect legs while welding

Steel toed boots

Boots: provide slip resistance on wet surfaces

Comfortable to wear and the correct fit

HAND AND ARM PROTECTION

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Potential hazards include:

PPE: GLOVES FOR DIFFERENT USES

NeoprenePolyvinyl Alcohol(PVC)

Wire mesh

PolyvinylChloride (PVC)

NitrileNaturalRubber

LeatherKevlar WeldingCotton

Anti-vibration

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CARE OF GLOVES

Inspect before each use not torn, puncturedFill glove with water and tightly roll cuffDiscolored or stiff don’t use

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Exposure to excessive noise:Measured in decibels (dB)85 dB protection should be availablePermissible exposure for 8 hours = 90 dB without

protectionLength of time exposedEmployee movement

OSHA consultation

HEARING PROTECTION

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Duration per day (hours) Sound level dBExamples of noise source at

sound levels

8 90 Tractor, combine, or ATV

6 92 Tractor or combine

4 95Tractor, grain grinding, combine, or

air compressor

3 97 Tractor, combine, or shop vacuum

2 100 Tractor, pigs squealing, or table saw

1 1/2 102Tractor, combine, or riding

lawnmower

1 105Tractor, combine, chickens, or

irrigation pump

1/2 110 Tractor or leaf blower

1/4 115 Chainsaw 32

Single use ear plugs:

Pre-formed or molded ear plugs:

Ear muffs:

HEARING PROTECTION

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Pesticide vapors Dusty fieldsHydrogen sulfide in manure pitsNitrogen dioxide in silos. Farmer’s Lung and Organic Dust Toxicity

Syndrome (ODTS) Allergic reactions to dust from moldy hay

or grain

RESPIRATORY ISSUES

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Dust: largest of the particlesMolds: released from hay or grain when

disturbedMists: suspended liquid dropletsFumes: solid particles of evaporated metals

(welding)

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RESPIRATORY ISSUES

Gases: gaseous at room temperature hydrogen sulfide (manure pits), nitrogen dioxide (Silo gas), carbon monoxide

Vapors: evaporate from liquid – pesticides, paint

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RESPIRATORY ISSUES

Oxygen deficient atmosphere: manure storage pits, sealed silos

Structures when oxygen level is below 21%

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RESPIRATORY ISSUES

Air purifying

Supplied air

The cartridge and respirator must be made by the same manufacturer

CATEGORIES OF

RESPIRATORS

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Filters Do not supply oxygenGood for molds, dust

Chemical cartridgeLow concentrations of gases, vaporsActivated charcoal

AIR PURIFYING

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Dust, mists, metal fumes2 elastic straps for a better seal

MECHANICAL FILTER

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Only kind to be used in IDLH situationsManure pits, sealed silos, fumigated binsAir line respirators: clean air through hose

connected to air pumpSelf contained breathing apparatus (SCBA):

portable air tank scuba divers, fire fighters

SUPPLIED-AIR RESPIRATORS

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Glasses, gum, tobacco chewing, facial hair can prevent a proper fit

Do not wear contacts Proper cleaning and storage of PPEInspect for damageReplace as needed

PROPER USE ISSUES

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EMPLOYEE OBJECTIONS TO PPE

Involve employees in PPE planBe an exampleEducate employeesListen to employee complaintsEasy to care for PPE

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Jewelry: rings = amputated fingersLoose clothingHood stringsLong hair not tied Ear buds for music devicesContact lensesTransition lenses

PERSONAL HAZARDS

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1. What is a current hazard on your farm that is controlled with a type of PPE?

PPE REVIEW

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2. Could this hazard be controlled administratively?

PPE REVIEW

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3. Could this hazard be controlled by using an engineering control?

PPE REVIEW

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4. Name a place on your farm where each of these types of PPE should be implemented:

PPE REVIEW

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