Here is a safety checklist for PPE compliance in the workplace. This checklist is designed to ensure that employees are using the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize workplace hazards.

PPE Compliance Safety Checklist

Instructions: Conduct this inspection before the start of work or periodically during the work shift. Indicate whether each item is satisfactory or needs improvement. Note any corrective actions to be taken.

I. General PPE Requirements

• Hazard Assessment Performed: Has a hazard assessment been conducted to identify necessary PPE? 15, 16
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• PPE Program in Place: Is there a written PPE program that includes selection, use, maintenance, and training?
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• Training Records: Are training records available and up-to-date for all employees required to use PPE?
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II. Head Protection

• Hard Hats Provided: Are hard hats provided to and worn by employees in areas where there is a potential for head injury from impact, falling or flying objects, or electrical shock?
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• Hard Hat Condition: Are hard hats inspected regularly for damage (cracks, dents) and replaced as necessary?
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• Proper Fit: Do hard hats fit properly and are adjusted to the wearer's head size?
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III. Eye and Face Protection

• Appropriate Eye Protection: Are employees using appropriate eye protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shields) based on the hazards present (e.g., impact, dust, chemical splash, radiation)? 4, 6, 14, 15
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• Eye Protection Condition: Is eye protection clean and in good condition (e.g., no scratches or cracks)? [1]
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• Face Shields Used When Necessary: Are face shields used in conjunction with safety glasses or goggles when there is a risk of splashing liquids or flying debris? 3, 4, 14, 15
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IV. Hand Protection

• Appropriate Gloves: Are employees using the correct type of gloves for the task and hazards involved (e.g., chemical-resistant, cut-resistant, insulated)? 4, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
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• Glove Condition: Are gloves inspected before use for punctures, tears, or chemical degradation? [2]
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• Proper Glove Use: Are gloves being worn correctly, covering the hands and wrists completely?
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V. Foot Protection

• Appropriate Footwear: Are employees wearing appropriate footwear (e.g., safety shoes with steel toes, chemical-resistant boots) based on the hazards present?
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• Footwear Condition: Is footwear in good condition, providing adequate protection?
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• Slip-Resistant Soles: Are slip-resistant soles used when working on slippery surfaces?
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VI. Body Protection

• Appropriate Clothing: Are employees wearing appropriate clothing to protect against hazards such as chemical splashes, extreme temperatures, or sharp objects? 4, 6, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
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• High-Visibility Clothing: Is high-visibility clothing worn when working in areas with vehicular traffic or poor visibility?
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• Proper Fit: Does clothing fit properly, allowing for ease of movement and preventing entanglement in equipment?
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VII. Respiratory Protection

• Respirator Required: Is respiratory protection necessary based on exposure levels and potential hazards? 3, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 19
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• Proper Respirator Selection: Is the correct type of respirator being used for the specific hazard (e.g., dust mask, air-purifying respirator, supplied-air respirator)? 3, 16
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• Fit Testing: Have employees been properly fit-tested for respirators?
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• Medical Evaluation: Have employees received a medical evaluation to ensure they are capable of using a respirator?
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• Respirator Maintenance: Are respirators properly stored, cleaned, and maintained?
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VIII. Hearing Protection

• Hearing Protection Required: Is hearing protection required in areas where noise levels exceed permissible exposure limits?
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• Proper Hearing Protection: Are employees using appropriate hearing protection (e.g., earplugs, earmuffs)?
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• Hearing Protection Fit: Does hearing protection fit properly and provide adequate noise reduction?
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IX. Maintenance and Storage

• PPE Maintenance: Is PPE regularly inspected, cleaned, and maintained?
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• Proper Storage: Is PPE stored in a clean and accessible location when not in use? [1]
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• Replacement Schedule: Is there a system in place for replacing worn or damaged PPE?
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X. Hygiene

• Hand Washing Facilities: Are hand washing facilities readily available? 7, 16, 19, 20
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• Hygiene Practices: Are employees trained on proper hygiene practices to prevent contamination? 16, 19
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XI. Additional Notes/Observations:

• Any additional safety concerns or observations noted.

Completed by:

Name: __________________________

Date: __________________________

Signature: _______________________

Follow-up Actions:

• List any follow-up actions required to address deficiencies identified during the inspection.