SHEQ FOUNDATION BODY SAFETY PPE

1. BODY SAFETY

2. INTRODUCTION
Why is Body Protection Important?y y p
• The skin acts as a natural barrier to the elements
• Chemicals can break down the skin barrier and allowChemicals can break down the skin barrier and allow
secondary infections to manifest
Body Protection
• Body protection may be required in various situationsy p y q
including dusty environments or when spraying liquid
pesticides or handling dangerous chemicals. The
hazard to be controlled will determine the type of
protection that is most appropriate, for example, an
apron coveralls or a full rain suitapron, coveralls or a full rain suit

3. HAZARDS
Body protection should be worn when there Is a
possibility of bodily injury from hazards while
performing their jobs.
Workplace hazards include the following:
• Intense heat
• Splashes of hot metals and other hot liquids
• Impacts from tools, machinery and materials
• Cuts
• Hazardous chemicals
• Contact with potentially infectious materials, like blood
• Radiant energy (ultraviolet, visible, infrared)gy ( )
• Motor vehicle traffic

4. TYPES OF BODY PPE 1
Protective clothing needs to be provided only for the specific
t f th b d th t d t th h d D diparts of the body that are exposed to the hazard. Depending on
the hazards of the workplace one or more of the following may
need to be provided:
• Vests
• Jackets
• Aprons
• Coveralls
• Sleeve protectors
• Surgical gowns
• Full body suits

5. TYPES OF BODY PPE 2
Types of Body PPE
• Insulated Coats and Pants
– Fire resistant
– Heat resistant
– Cold resistant
• Sleeves and Aprons
– Work well when pouring or manipulating chemical to
reduce splash
Make sure the sleeves and aprons are appropriate for the• Make sure the sleeves and aprons are appropriate for the
chemical
• CoverallsCoveralls
– Tyvek use for particulate filtering such as asbestos
– Chemical rated
• Full body suit
– Hazardous materials handling

6. BODY PROTECTION TYPES
Protective clothing comes in a variety of materials, each effective
against particular hazards such as:against particular hazards, such as:
• Paper-like fiber used for disposable suits provide protection
against dust and splashes.
• Treated wool and cotton adapts well to changing temperatures, is
comfortable, and fire-resistant and protects against dust, abrasions
and rough and irritating surfaces.and rough and irritating surfaces.
• Duck is a closely woven cotton fabric that protects against cuts and
bruises when handling heavy, sharp or rough materials.
• Leather is often used to protect against dry heat and flames.
• Rubber, rubberized fabrics, neoprene and plastics protect
against certain chemicals and physical hazards. When chemical oragainst certain chemicals and physical hazards. When chemical or
physical hazards are present, check with the clothing manufacturer
to ensure that the material selected will provide protection against
the specific hazardthe specific hazard.

7. FACTORS TO CONSIDER
The final selection of body protection clothing is often
based on properties or characteristics of the fabric.
These other factors include
(1) resistance to chemicals;
(2) resistance to abrasion;
(3) ability to resist build-up of static charge;
(4) ability to act as a barrier to liquids and soils encountered
at the workplace;
(5) worker comfort i.e. fit, feel, warmth, coolness
(6) degree of use i.e. continuous, intermittent; and
(7) frequency of washing and cleaning required to maintain
clothing performance.

8. CONCLUSION
Consequences of exposing skin or body can includeConsequences of exposing skin or body can include
Skin cancer , Cuts, Abrasions, Sunburn, Insects bites
Etc
USE BODY PROTECTION TO STAY SAFE

9. ORGAN SAFETY