To ensure safety while handling and testing post-tensioning cables, it is important to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). This equipment minimizes the risk of physical contact, absorption, or inhalation of hazards that could cause injury or impair bodily function. [2]

Mandatory PPE typically includes:

• Eye and Face Protection: Safety glasses or face shields should be worn to protect against foreign objects or chemical splashes.
• Hand Protection: Gloves appropriate for the task, such as cut-resistant, chemical-resistant, or general-purpose work gloves, should be used.
• Foot Protection: Work shoes or boots with slip-resistant and puncture-resistant soles, and safety-toed footwear to prevent crushed toes from heavy equipment or falling objects.
• Head Protection: Hard hats are essential where there is a risk of falling objects, head bumps, or electrical hazards.

[5] [1] Other PPE to consider:

• Hearing Protection: Earplugs or earmuffs should be used in high-noise areas where chainsaws or heavy equipment are in use.
• Protective Clothing: Depending on the specific hazards, this may include torso protection, leg protection, or specialized clothing like flame-resistant jackets or chemical-resistant coveralls.

[5] [3] [4] Before commencing work, a hazard assessment should be performed to identify specific hazards and determine the appropriate PPE. [6]