Personal Protective Equipment

This video covers the necessity for wearing proper foot protection. It highlights the basic types of safety shoes and the situations for each design.

Respirators are required when the health of the employee is at risk. The type of respirator needed depends on the substance the employee is exposed to, the concentration of the substance and the length of exposure. This video gives an overview of respirator use.

This video demonstrates the three rules for hand safety. First, be aware of the potential hazards. Second, follow safe work procedures. Finally, make appropriate use of protective equipment. These three points are the basis of this program, as it examines hazards in the workplace.

Eye protection/blindness prevention - injuries happen in the wink of an eye. This video dramatically encourages industrial employees to wear eye protection while on the job. The tape graphically depicts the types of injuries that can be expected when simple safety measures are ignored.

Eye hazards are in every industry. Wearing safety glasses is a hassle, particularly for those employees who normally don't wear glasses. This program stresses the need for proper eye protection.

This video addresses the numerous eye hazards that may be encountered in the work environment, as well as protective devices available to avoid a serious eye injury.

Do you know the advantages and disadvantages of the different lenses available for use in safety glasses? This program is designed to answer that question and to inform employees of the status of the various safety eye-wear testing programs. The program also includes a brief technical overview of the process used in hardening glass lenses and in applying scratch resistant coatings to polycarbonate lenses. Perhaps most important, the program reinforces the reasons why wearing safety glasses is vital to protecting your eyes from flying projectiles.

Occupational falls are a major cause of injury or death. Fall protection is required when you have a risk of falling six feet or more. This video examines various personal fall arrest systems and proper inspection procedures.

This program is designed to inform the viewer of the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.128. It addresses the proper selection, use and inspection of fall restraint and fall arrest systems and examines the benefits provided by the use of full-body harnesses and body belts.

This program explains the OSHA standard for fall protection including proper procedures and use of equipment.

When working on or around fall conditions it's not the fall that hurts, but the landing. This video shows that fall protection must be used properly and inspections procedures must be followed for them to be effective.

This video explains when you should use fall protection equipment, types of fall protection equipment and inspection procedures. This older "slides on tape" production by the Associated General Contractors for the construction industry, in cooperation with OSHA, is informative although it should be viewed by a supervisor prior to being shown to a large audience.

This excellent program explains how to achieve a proper fit and safe seal on respirators.

Flashburn to the eye can result when ultraviolet rays emitted by an arc welder are absorbed into the eye's cornea. The video introduces workers to the damaging effects of flashburn and offers prevention methods.

Safety shoes are intended to reduce the chance of harm to your feet. Selecting the correct safety shoe for the job is very important. This video will assist the viewer in understanding the various different kinds of shoes and how to choose the right one for the job.

This is an excellent video which should be shown to all employees. This graphic video describes types of hand injuries and gives tips for prevention of injuries to your hands. The anatomy of the hand is examined to emphasize the importance of the hand functions. Carpal tunnel syndrome is briefly discussed.

This video demonstrates the three rules for hand safety. First, be aware of the potential hazards. Second, follow safe work procedures. Finally, make appropriate use of protective equipment. These three points are the basis of this program, as it examines hazards in the workplace.

Familiarizes employees with the different causes of injuries to the hands, fingers, and arms, and teaches appropriate ways to protect against such injuries.

Head injuries can be avoided by wearing a hard hat instead of trying to be a hard head. This video centers around first aid for head injuries.

Watch out! You've only got one head, so protect it! This video reviews the different levels of head protection for various situations.

Be aware, stay alert, and keep looking up! The possibility for an accident is everywhere. One of the least common places to expect one is from overhead.

Backhoe's, breakers, tamps and pneumatic equipment are just a few sources of noise that can impair the hearing of public works employees. This video details the hazards of noise and how to reduce exposure, as well as personal protective devices. With the average hearing loss claim in excess of $30,000.00, this is a valuable video.

The importance of hearing protection and a hearing conservation program are stressed in this presentation. The program provides in depth explanations of what sound is, how it is measured, as well as the relationship between excess noise exposure and potential hearing damage. The current OSHA Hearing Noise Standard and reasons for implementing a hearing conservation program are also discussed.

Hearing is a part of life that most people take for granted. However, without it we would have a hard time functioning in the world in which we live. This video will introduce new employees to hearing protection policies or refresh the awareness of current employees. This video is designed to help employees see the dangers of excessive noise in the workplace as well as show how to avoid the potential health risks associated with it.

This video looks at types of hearing protection for workers-earplugs and earmuffs -- and addresses factors that must be taken into account when choosing the right type and correct fit for individual use.

This video looks at types of hearing protection for workers-earplugs and earmuffs -- and addresses factors that must be taken into account when choosing the right type and correct fit for individual use.

Your hearing is one of the most important senses. This video discusses the importance of hearing & how you can protect your ears against hearing loss.

This video explains in detail the results of noise on the ear. A computer generated picture of the ear is used to further demonstrate how loud noise over a period of time can cause permanent hearing loss. Discusses the types of hearing protection available. Part 2 of this program is "Hearing Protection: HCP and PPE, H230.

This video stresses the importance of hearing protection and how it is up to you to use hearing protection properly. A model of the ear is used to demonstrate how the ear works and how it can be damaged by improper use of hearing protection.

This video, produced by E-A-R Corporation, discusses the invisible enemy-noise and how using foam plugs can help prevent hearing loss.

This program uses colorful animation, interviews and dramatizations to get employees thinking about the effects of noise on hearing. The video provides information concerning the different types of personal hearing protection and their proper use. Different aspects of a typical hearing conservation program are described.

Spam Sade investigates and resolves the hand injury increase at the Acme Companies. To reduce hand injuries, he recommends, "Wear the proper gloves."

This video explains the basics of personal protective equipment and is an excellent refresher program.

The importance of PPE is graphically portrayed in this dynamic, highly interactive video. Through the use of case studies, examples are given of how to assess hazards and chose appropriate PPE. Correct use, maintenance and storage of many types of personal protective equipment are covered and the importance if wearing PPE in work situation and at home is also stressed.

The use of proper personal protective equipment can lead to fewer accidents, reduced chance of OSHA fines, safer employees, and a better bottom line. With this video, you can train your employees on the following proper use, maintenance and storage of PPE, PPE design and construction and overview of foot, hand, head, eye, and respiratory protection.

This program discusses the personal protective equipment designed to prevent injuries to the head, face and eyes, hands and feet. Employees are given specific information and guidelines concerning proper selection, fit, inspection, and maintenance of each category of personal protective equipment.

This video stresses the importance of following proper safety procedures and dealing with points such as pesticides. Reviews toxicity effects, how to read and understand chemical labels, route of exposure, and personal protective equipment.

This video covers different types of personal protective equipment used to minimize hazards on the job in relation to electrical safety. Some topics covered are head protection, flash suits, correct body wear, lockout/tagout, gloves, insulating mats, voltage testers and ladders.

Eyes, hands, ears feet and head. Shows what type of equipment you should have and use for each job. Describes what could happen if you don't.

This all-new title addresses the most important part of personal protection. PPE is the responsibility of the individual to wear when it’s required. All the procedures and equipment in the world are useless if employees do not understand this one simple fact.

This video covers protective clothing according to your job duties. Hearing protection, hazardous materials handling, proper fit of helmets, goggles, respirators, gloves and more is discussed.

This video discusses a variety of personal protective equipment necessary for your personal safety. Inspection techniques are stressed as well as choosing the proper fit and accessories.

Personal protective equipment is anything you wear on the job to protect yourself from hazards in the workplace. Examples are: hard hats, safety shoes, goggles, respirators, lifelines or protective clothing. This video helps you to be aware of these items and that they should be maintained and kept clean for your safety.

Choosing the correct respiratory protection is critical for survival. What kind is best for your specific use and when to use ARP's is reviewed as well as care and maintenance.

Respiratory protection is necessary for many tasks in public works. Pesticide/herbicide applicators, sandblasting, painters and treatment plant personnel are just a few. This video addresses the need and use of common respiratory protection found in Public Agencies.

Respiratory protection is necessary for many tasks to protect us from a variety of dusts, fumes, mists and gases. This program demonstrates the different types of respirators and addresses the need and use of common respiratory protection.

This program explains what happens to the body when workers breathe in chemical contaminants or are deprived of oxygen. It introduces the different uses of air-purifying and air-supplying respirators, and discusses proper selection and maintenance of the equipment.

This program looks at the function of respirators, the situations where they are used as well as the types and the factors governing their use. Fit testing is examined in detail. Common problems and necessary precautions are also covered.

This informative video describes some of the contaminants in the world that can permanently damage the lungs and cause death. The correct types of protective equipment the exposed employee should wear are reviewed and the reaction various chemicals may cause. Negative pressure respirators, disposable respirators, dual cartridge negative pressure respirators and types of cartridges are discussed.

A must-see for the workplace! Encourages proper selection and use of protective eyewear at work and home. Presents variety of eyewear available, emphasizing the usefulness of each in hazardous activities.

Slag in the eye can be prevented with protective eyewear. If a slag injury should occur, this video shows how it must be treated to avoid further damage.

This video stresses the important of safety shoes in the workplace. Some primary reasons for wearing proper foot protection are for balance, support, ambulation and protection from injuries. Details various types of shoes available and OSHA regulations.

"The Convincer" illustrates, in very graphic detail, what can happen to eyes, hands, arms and legs when proper safety gear is not used. Graphic photos are used!

This program, developed by E-A-R Corporation, is designed to make the viewer more educated about sounds and their ability to hear. Definitions relative to the ear and hearing are covered in this well made, informative video.

Hand injuries account for a major portion of on-the-job accidents. This video outlines the do's and don'ts of hand safety. Also gives advice on personal protective equipment.

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