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Lesson 3: Personal protective equipment
PPE is the last line of defence. It only works when it fits, is worn correctly and is replaced before it fails.
Required PPE by zone
| Zone | Mandatory | Conditional |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving and dispatch docks | Safety boots, hi-vis vest, hard hat | Gloves when handling strapping |
| Picking aisles | Safety boots, hi-vis vest | Hard hat in high-bay areas (over 6 m) |
| Packing stations | Safety boots | Cut-resistant gloves for knife work |
| Chemical store | Boots, gloves, goggles | Respirator for decanting |
| Battery charging bay | Boots, goggles, acid-resistant gloves | Face shield when topping up electrolyte |
Daily inspection
- Boots: sole intact, toe cap not exposed, laces done up.
- Vest: reflective strips clean and unbroken, zip or clips working.
- Hard hat: no cracks, suspension adjusted, no stickers covering the date stamp. Replace after any impact or after 5 years.
- Gloves: no holes, correct size, dry inside.
- Goggles: lenses clear, strap elastic, no scratches in the line of sight.
NeverModify PPE, share single-use items, or enter a zone without the mandatory set. A supervisor can stop any task until PPE is corrected.
Recap
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