Learn the importance of PPE in the workplace, its correct use and the types available in this free online course. The safety of employees is of utmost importance and so personal protective equipment (PPE) is commonly used in the workplace to prevent serious health hazards and mitigate risks. This course delves deeply into the use of PPE and studies the various types used for the different dangers that may occur. Learn how to conduct a ‘hazard assessment’ correctly and understand the training required in PPE use and care in this health and safety course.
| College | Alison |
| Course ID | 191927 |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 3-4 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To • Discuss the general personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and their role in the workplace • Summarize the potential hazards found at work • Outline the proper use of PPE • Explain the importance of being trained in PPE and who should do the training • Discuss the importance of demonstration when training in the use of PPE • List the most effective eye and face protection • Explain the criteria for protective eye and face devices to meet OSHA standards • Discuss the necessity for using personal protective equipment • Discuss respiratory hazards and control measures • Outline suitable respiratory protection program requirements and training • Define the selection guidelines for head, hand and foot protection • Recognize the care and use of electrical protective equipment • Recall how sound and noise is measured and suitable control and protection |
| Course Code | 337 |
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