Overview
The purpose of this course on Understanding the Importance of Personnel Protective Equipment is to assist the management and Safety personnel in providing a safe workplace in compliance with the Legislation.
The course covers both the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (Part IV sections 15, Part V section 20, 21, Part
VI section 21), (Part V section 15 of the USECHH Regulations 2000 ) and Factory and Machinery Act 1967 ( Part II
Section 24 ) ( Regulation 32 of the Safety, Health and Welfare Regulations 1970 ) including all other regulations which
deals with the usage of personnel protective equipment. The course also covers specific topics related to Regulations on the Use and Standard of Exposure of Chemicals Hazardous to Health, 2000. This course helps the Management and employees to carry out their responsibilities in line with these Legislations.
Person undergoing this training will be a very valuable tool to help management provide a safe workplace for the fellow employees and improve the bottom line of any company, large or small.
This will enlighten the participants on the roles of Personnel Protective Equipment in ensuring safety and health in the workplace, by means of practical know - how and through multimedia presentation.
Training Objectives
The objectives of this one day training on the Importance of Personnel Protective Equipment are :
❖ Demonstrate to the participants on the importance of an effective Personnel Protective Equipment programme.
❖ Understand the important provisions of the OSH Act and the Factory and Machinery Act 1967 and its
Regulations in regard to Personnel Protective Equipment.
❖ Stressing the responsibility of the employers and the employees on the importance of PPE.
❖ Improve the knowledge on deciding the proper Personnel Protective Equipment, when, where and in what condition PPE should be used.
❖ Exposing participants on record keeping including the logical reason behind this documentation.
❖ Understanding the means of maintenance of Personnel Protective Equipment.
❖ Planning and developing an inventory system to control PPE especially as part of emergency preparedness.
Course Outline :: Understanding the Importance of Personnel Protective Equipment ::
Agenda
Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health Management
Adhering to the Legal requirements – the Factory and Machinery Act 1967 and the Occupational Safety and
Health Act 1994 including the related penalty.
The responsibility of the employers, employees and others ( manufacturers…etc ) in regard to Personnel
Protective Equipment.
Elements and components of a Proper Safety and Health Management
The importance of an effective Personnel Protective Equipment Programme in your organization
The role of Personnel Protective Equipment as part of Hazard Control Measures
Identifying the right personnel Protective Equipment for the right hazard
Maintenance of Personnel Protective Equipment
The importance of training – the right one to the right person
Planning your inventory especially as part of emergency preparedness
How and when to monitor the usage of Personnel Protective Equipment
Summary and Assessment
Target Audience
Employees using any kind of PPE, Occupational Safety and Health practitioners, management staff, members of the
Safety and Health Committee, line supervisors, purchasing managers, etc.
Methodology
Lectures with the use of LCD system
Group discussion
Video presentation
Role Play
Brain stimulation
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.