Personal Protective Equipment - brochure by Maria Petkova

Auckland Transport Health & Safety Guide GUI–HS20–PER

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Relating to: PRO–H518–PER Personal Protective Equipment Procedure

Standard owner Health & Safety Manager

1. When should I use this BMP? This Best Management Practice (BMP) applies to all sites where physical works are undertaken on behalf of Auckland Transport and applies to everyone working or visiting the site including contractors and all visitors. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is defined as protective clothing or equipment designed to protect the wearer’s body from contamination or injury. (Refer to Auckland Transport’s Health and Safety Procedure: Personal Protective Equipment (PRO-HS16-PER)

2. What is the aim? The aim of this BMP is to provide guidance on the best practice use of PPE. The BMP outlines the minimum requirements for PPE and identifies situations where additional specific PPE is required to be worn.

3. Why is personal protective equipment important?

Ensuring that the correct PPE is allocated to staff or readily available and accessible on site, and that workers and visitors are appropriately educated on the best practice use of PPE, will significantly reduce the risk of injury while on site. PPE must meet a recognised safety standard and must be fit for the purpose. (Refer to Auckland Transport’s Health and Safety Procedure: Personal Protective Equipment (PRO-HS16-PER)

4. Site Safety Management Forward Planning • Spend time doing an in-depth Site Specific Safety Plan, including Task Analysis, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and / or Safe Work Method Statements. The more Hazards that are identified during the planning process, the better equipped you will be to effectively manage the risks during the project. • Hazards are to be proactively managed. • Hazards are to be eliminated where practicable or, if not practicable, minimised in accordance to the hierarchy of control.

In the first instance, workplace hazards must be eliminated or minimised. Where this is impractical, workers and visitors to sites must be protected against site hazards via the correct use and wearing of PPE (and or other appropriate controls).

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Safe Practices and Controls • Along with a minimum requirement for long sleeves and long trousers that are made from low combustible material, the following PPE is required to be worn at all times on Auckland Transport sites: where the following activities are being carried out: – work on physical structures; – physical works on or near any road or rail site or asset;. – carrying out any building, civil engineering or engineering construction work. • Hard Hat – protects from hazards such as being struck by falling objects or from striking the head against a fixed or protruding object. The harness of the hard hat should fit comfortably on the head. Baseball caps, beanies or hoods are not to be worn beneath hard hats as they compromise the fit of the hard hat. Hard hats must not be worn backwards. • Hi Viz Jacket (long sleeve) – must be worn zipped up on all sites. Hi Vis garments must be kept in good condition, reflective strips / panels shall be kept clean and any tears or loose stitching should be repaired appropriately. • Safety Boots – must be worn on all sites. Safety boots must be ankle height lace up and in good condition. • Safety Glasses – must be worn at all times on site. Gloves – shall be worn, or at least in the worker’s possession, to provide skin protection and the type of glove you select (e.g. latex, leather) should be chosen depending on the type of activity you are doing and the associated hazards.

• In addition to the above, the following PPE is recommended to be worn where specific hazards are present: – Hearing Protection – daily exposure to noise above 85 DBA will damage hearing. Hearing protection shall be worn to avoid discomfort, stress, and hearing loss, and be appropriately rated to the level of noise for the activity and / or site. If hearing protection is required, training in its correct use must be available. – Dust masks or respirators – depending on the hazard, shall be worn when there is risk of dust or exposure to hazardous chemicals, and be appropriately rated. If dust masks or respirators are required, training in its correct use must be available. – Any working at height activities refer to Worksafe NZ best Practise Guidelines Working at Height. – Life jackets – shall be worn if working from a boat, and should be considered if working near or over water greater than one metre in depth. – Hi Vis Trousers – will be required to be worn when working in the Rail Corridor (outside of the Rail Platforms) and on roads with a speed limit above 50km/hr or are NZTA CoPTTM Level 2 and above) • Put on appropriate PPE before you start the job or keep PPE close to where you will require it to be used. • Ensure that regular checks of all PPE gear are undertaken to ensure they are in good working order and that any damaged equipment is replaced.

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• If site hazards change, stop work and reassess the associated risks and appropriate PPE (or other controls). • Prevent any unauthorised access into the works site. The use of PPE can often be met with reluctance by workers and visitors to sites. The following steps can help to ensure that employees, contractors and visitors adhere to PPE requirements: Inform • Ensure inductions are completed for all workers and visitors. • W orkers and visitors must be advised on the correct use of PPE – i.e. no hoods or beanies to be worn under hard hats, hi viz vest vests to be worn zipped up. Enable • Employers and / or supervisors must ensure that PPE is issued to workers and visitors, or is readily available, and that the equipment available is fit for purpose. • D efective or damaged gear must be replaced speedily.

Raise the bar • Employers, site supervisors / foremen must set an example for PPE use. • I f workers and visitors see site supervisors continually wearing appropriate PPE they will be more likely to adhere to the same PPE standard. Enforce • E mployers have a duty to provide PPE when it is required and employees and workers. • I f workers and visitors fail to wear the appropriate PPE correctly, disciplinary action should be taken.

Monitoring Make regular site visits (if not based on site) and be sure to try to see the whole site to check the effectiveness of the safe work methodologies and to ensure that PPE is being worn / utilized correctly. Have regular tool box meetings to update the team on any changes to PPE requirements and identify any new site hazards that may have arisen and how to control them.

Seek input • Workers and visitors are more likely to wear PPE if they feel comfortable in it. Allowing feedback and choosing PPE based on this feedback will ensure employees are happy with the PPE that is provided.

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Ensure that all new personnel to site are fully informed on the processes, procedures and requirements for PPE use on site, and ensure that any visitors are kept safe while on site.

6. Useful links and information

5. Tips

Auckland Transport have a range of other health and safety guides that may be relevant to your task.

• All existing or new hazards are to be managed in accordance to the hierarchy of control. • W hen providing PPE, consider the function of different PPE components together – i.e. do the safety glasses fit well with respirator to be worn. • I nvolve employees by consulting with them on the choice and suitability of the equipment. They are more likely to use it if they choose it. • L ead by example and use the equipment yourself; this will encourage employees to do the same. • T o ensure workers wear PPE correctly, provide equipment that is comfortable and fit for purpose. • E ngage with staff to determine potential barriers to the correct wearing of PPE. (Refer to Auckland Transport Health and Safety Procedure H&S Hazard & Risk Management (PRO-HS10-HAZ))

https://at.govt.nz/health-safety WorksafeNZ also has a range of guidance documents for managing typical hazards on its website. www.worksafenz.govt.nz Worksafe NZ 2.6-personal-protective-equipment-ppe Disclaimer: All care and diligence has been used in extracting, analysing and compiling this information which is to be used as a guideline only. Auckland Transport gives no warranty that the information provided in this BMP is without error or omission. The user is required to ensure they follow any legislative and best practice requirements Important Notice: This best management practice is an information guide only and is not technical or compliance advice. Its recommendations may not be complete or appropriate for all situations, and the person doing/arranging the work remains solely responsible for making their own assessments and doing the work properly, safely and in compliance with all laws and regulations.

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Order Form DATE:

Name:

Department:

Full delivery address: Cost centre: Email:

Phone:

Managers Name: Managers signature of approval:

Personal Protective Equipment Order Form

Transit Day/Night 5-in-1 Jacket

• Polyester Mesh Compliant to TTMC-W & AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 Class D/N

ORDER FORM

Sleeveless Hi-Vis Vest

Multi Layer Waterproof Breathable Fabric Wet Tested: +10,000mm H2O

Colours: Fluoro Orange

Five design functions:

AT Code: 410779

• Winter Jacket • Winter Hi Vis Vest • Winter Fleece Vest • Lightweight Rain Jacket • Removable adjustable Hood Compliant to TTMC-W & AS/ NZS 4602.1:2014 - Class D/N

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Size:

Size: XS-6XL

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Sizes: XS - 6XL,8XL

Quantity:

411578

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Day/Night Transit long sleeve with Collar, Top FLO FLY

Bisley Transit Micromesh Polo FON

• 100% Polyester Mesh

• 165gsm, 100% Polyester Micromesh

• Zip closure

• Underarm polyester mesh ventilation

• Pockets: phone with pen partition & internal

Compliant to AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 Class D/N & TTMC-W

Size: S-6XL

Colours: Fluoro Orange Sizes: XS - 5XL

Code:

415789

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Tornado Taped Over Trouser FLO FLU FON FYN NVY

Tornado Day/Night & Transit Mesh Lined Jacket FLO FLY

• Multi layer waterproof, breathable fabric, seam sealed

• 100% Polyester, Oxford 300D, PU coated fabric, seam sealed

• Wet Tested: +10,000mm H20, Breathability 7500gm/m2/24hr

412212

• Wet Tested: +10,000mm H20

• Heavy duty elastic waist band & draw cord

• Pack away adjustable hood

• Zip opening on lower leg with adjustable domes

• Internal neoprene cuff

• High storm collar for protection Compliant to AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 Class D/N & TTMC - W (Orange only)

AT Code:

Size:

Colour: Fluoro Orange

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Sizes: XS - 6XL

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Compliant to AS/NZS 1906.4:2010

AT Code:

Size: S-6XL

411577

Colour: Personal Protective Equipment Order Form

412209

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Peltor™ H6AV headband earmuff

Elastic Chin Strap • Prosafe 610/ 620/ 630 Accessories

• Light weight, comfortable, slimeline • Traditional headband for over the head wear Class 4 Certified to AS/NZS 1270:2002

210951L

Code:

H6AV

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Peltor™ H6BV neckband earmuff

Helmet Neck Flap FLO

• Behind the neck, ultra light weight, comfortable, slimline earmuff with liquid/foam filled ear cushion

• 100% Wickable Polyester to help keep the wearer cool

Class 4

• UPF 50+ for excellent UV protection Class 4 • Helmet not included

Certified to AS/NZS 1270:2002

H6BV

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Size:

406711

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Domain Wide Brimmed SunHat – Navy

Prosafe 610 ABS Vented Helmet

Size: S-2XL

• Features a six point suspension unit and vents on the top to allow a cooling airflow for wearer comfort • Slip lock system makes fitting of visors, earmuffs and other accessories easy • Economical vented helmet constructed from lightweight plastic Certified to AS/NZS1801 - Type1

AT Code:

Size:

Colour: White

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Sizes: Unisex

Code:

408918

Personal Protective Equipment Order Form

407189

Prosafe Economy Safety Eyewear

• Lightweight comfort with full protection

• Anti-scratch & lightweight

Approved to AS/NZS1337.1:2010 medium impact protection UV rated 99.9% for all lenses

• Close fitting for extra protection

Style: Clear anti-fog

Style: Clear anti-scratch

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Prosafe Kestrel Safety Eyewear

Approved to AS/NZS1337.1:2010 medium impact protection

Smoke anti-fog Amber anti-fog Blue flash

Code:

403327

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405329

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Tredlite Manapouri

Oliver Women's Lace up Boot BLK

• Steel Cap

• PU/Rubber sole heat resistant to 300°C

• TPU sole for abrasion resistance

• Full lining and comfort foot bed

• PORON® impact absorption heel & toe

• Provides comfort and shock protection

• Scuff toe guard

• Anti-static sole

Sizes: 6 -14 No half sizes available

Compliant to AS/NZS 2210.3 Colour: Black Sizes: 35-42 Code:

404766

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John Bull Nomad 5577 Lace up Boot OXB

410834

Bata Bickz 904 • Anti-static Rubber sole • Composite safety toe and penetration resistant midsole

• DDPU sole - heat resistant to 130°C

• Breathable moisture lining Safety shoe is not suitable for construction or maintenance sites where ankle lace up boots should be worn.

• Impact absorbing Comfoflex gel plus PORON® pad in heel • Comf2bull PU footbed with gel inserts

Sizes: 5 - 13 No half sizes available

Electrical Hazard certified to ASTM F2413-11 Compliant to AS/NZS 2210.3 Colour: Black Sizes: 05-13

Code:

402532

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Personal Protective Equipment Order Form

405622

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Blue Silver Lined Latex Rubber Glove

Disposable Latex Powdered Gloves

• Flock-free silver-lined latex rubber glove for easy on-off

• Suitable for food preparation and handling, first aid/emergency services, lab, industrial, automotive and general use.

• Ambidextrous. FDA (21CFR177) Compliant. Powdered.

• Anti-slip honeycomb grip pattern • FDA (21CFR177) compliant

• Box of 100.

Size: 6.5-10.5

Sizes: S - XL

Code:

401604

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Hyflex® 11-630 Glove

Double Palm Work Glove

• Dyneema® blend liner with Polyurethane palm coat

• Split leather glove with fabric and leather back

• High performance cut protection - EN388 rating 4

• Double layer of leather on palm, thumb and forefinger for extra durability

• Superb flexibility and fit

122106

One size

• PU coating provides excellent grip and abrasion resistance Size: 7-11

Code:

401301

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Size:

LC4R

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Special Request 1. If you have a current or previous injury and require a special request for safety boots or shoes please discuss with your manager and advise details. (Doctor or Physiotherapy recommendation might needed

2. I f you have a requirement for PPE gear that is not listed on this for please write details here.

Please email your completed form to uniformdepot@aucklandtransport.govt.nz and cc your cost centre manager Thank you

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