In an effort to ensure a safe environment, it may be necessary to require the use of various PPEs when performing certain job functions. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to provide protective equipment, (for example, eye, face, hand, feet and head protection) any time an employee encounters the potential of injury. PPEs must be worn as required by management and area safety rules. Safety requirements for PPEs are posted within specific areas. PPE worn at Promat must meet the minimum standards:
Safety glasses meet ANSI Z87 .1 standards
Safety shoes equipped with steel toe meet ANSI Z41 standards
Hard hats (where required) meet ANSI Z89.1 standards
Ear protection (where required)