Select and check suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) prior to use according to job requirements.
Know the different personal protective equipment (PPE) required in horticultural work, their purposes/uses.
Which of the following PPE is right for hands protection? A. Mask B. Goggles C. Alcohol D. Gloves
D
When selecting PPE, what must you consider? A. That it all fits the intended user correctly. B. That it can be used for as many purposes as possible. C. That employee can afford to pay for it. D. That it can be used and shared by all employees
A
Which of the following statements about footwear is TRUE? a. Vinyl or rubber running shoes provide adequate protection. b. Footwear should extend above the ankle. c. Protective footwear should be unlined. d. Footwear should be pesticide resistant.
D
Which of the following statements about face masks is TRUE? a. Covers the nose and mouth. b. Protects the body from dust and chemicals. c. Protects inhalation of dust particles. d. Protects the inhalation of chemical fumes. e. All of the above
E
Which of the following statements about gloves is TRUE? a. Leather gloves are appropriate for most pesticide uses. b. To provide effective protection, gloves must extend to the elbow. c. Wear gloves outside your sleeves. d. Gloves should be unlined for the best protection.
B
What PPE protects the eyes of the farmer? A. Mask B. Goggles C. Helmet D. Muffs
B
Which PPE prevents you from inhaling chemicals, mists, and poisonous odors when working on the farm? A. Goggles B. Respirators C. Gloves D. Sunglasses
B
Which of the following statements about PPE is NOT correct? A. PPE refers to any specialized equipment or clothing worn by farmers and ranchers for protection against health and safety hazards. B. Wearing of appropriate PPE is required for any farm tasks. C. PPE won’t help the farmer especially reducing risks and hazard that they will get from working on the farms. D. Each PPE has its own purpose or use.
C
What shall you use to provide protection to your hands during exposure to the potential hazards such as sharp objects, abrasive surfaces, temperature extremes, and chemicals? A. Mask B. Soap and Water C. Alcohol D. Gloves
B
What PPE provides protection for situations with the potential of injuries such as falling or rolling objects, chemical or liquid exposures, piercing objects, and where are feet exposed to electrical hazards? A. Steel toe shoes B. Slippers C. Boots D. Hard hats
D
Personal protective equipment , commonly referred to as " PPE ", is equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses .
These injuries and illnesses may result from contact with chemical, radiological, physical, electrical, mechanical, or other workplace hazards. T he lungs, e.g. from breathing in contaminated air The head and feet, e.g. from falling materials The eyes, e.g. from flying particles or splashes of corrosive liquids
Choose products which are CE marked in accordance with the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018 – suppliers can advise you. When selecting and using PPE
Eye and Face Protection – to provide protection during EXPOSURE to hazards like flying particles, metals or sparks, liquid chemicals, caustic liquids, and light radiation, i.e., welding lasers.
Hearing Protection – to provide protection during exposure to high pitch and loud noise levels.
Respiratory Protection – to provide protection from inhalation hazards such as vapors , mists , particulates , pesticides, and gases .
Hand Protection – to provide protection during exposure to potential hazards such as sharp objects , abrasive surfaces , temperature extremes and chemical contact .
Head Protection – to provide protection to potential hazards such as falling objects , striking against low-hanging objects, electrical hazards , or chemical application .
Foot Protection -to provide protection for situations with the potential of injuries such as falling or rolling objects, chemical or liquid exposures , piercing objects , and where feet are exposed to electrical hazards.
Clothing Protection – to provide protection from potential hazards such as entanglement , skin cancer , bodily injury , and pesticide contamination .