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Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) There are two different types of hazards that can be found in your shop: Physical hazards are caused by falling or shop objects, extreme heat, etc. Health hazards are caused by contact with chemicals, toxic vapors, corrosive materials, etc. NEXTBACK HOME

Safety Glasses It is important to use the correct PPE to avoid each potential hazard. To protect yourself, know when to use each of the following: Safety Glasses Chemical Resistant Gloves Cut Resistant Gloves Heat / Cold Resistant Gloves Respirator Dust Mask Welding Mask Welding Jacket NEXTBACK HOME

Safety Glasses Safety glasses with side shields protect against injuries to the eyes caused by flying materials and should be worn while: Working under a vehicle Mixing or spraying paint Using an air chisel Evacuating or recharging an AC system Washing vehicles Removing damaged glass Welding or cutting Drilling Sanding, grinding or buffing Blowing dust off vehicles NEXTBACK HOME

Safety Glasses Prescription glasses may only be used if they are safety rated and have snap-on side shields in place. Safety goggles may also be worn over the glasses if the prescription glasses are necessary. NEXTBACK HOME

Chemical Resistant Gloves Chemical resistant gloves protect against illnesses caused by contact with chemicals and should be worn while: Using body fillers or any other chemicals Mixing or spraying paint Washing vehicles Sanding, grinding or buffing NEXTBACK HOME

Cut Resistant Gloves Cut resistant gloves should be worn to prevent injuries associated with: Handling or working with sharp car parts Working under a vehicle Removing damaged glass Using an air chisel Welding or cutting NEXTBACK HOME

Heat / Cold Resistant Gloves Some of the injuries that occur in shops are a result of exposure to extreme temperatures. Heat resistant gloves should be worn while cutting or welding. Cold resistant gloves should be worn while evacuating or recharging an AC system. NEXTBACK HOME

Respirators / Dust Masks Respirators and dust masks protect against airborne contaminants that could cause long term health effects. When mixing paint, use a full-facepiece respirator with organic vapor cartridges or half-mask respirator with appropriate eye protection. When spraying paint, use a full-face cartridge respirator or a supplied air respirator. NEXTBACK HOME

Respirators / Dust Masks Use a dust mask while sanding, grinding, buffing, or blowing dust off vehicles. When welding, use a welding fume respirator, along with a welding mask with UV protection, spark/flame & heat resistant jacket or apron, and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket. This helps protect against eye, skin and respiratory injuries. NEXTBACK HOME

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) While it is important to use your PPE as needed, it is equally important to recognize it’s limitations. Regardless of how well you maintain it, PPE will not make you invincible or prevent every type of injury. Staying safe on-the-job must be done by being alert, taking precautions, working safely and using common sense NEXTBACK HOME

Questions? If you have any Safety or Environmental questions, please call GMG EnviroSafe at (800) BACK HOME