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PPE » PPE Selection
 
The selection of appropriate PPE is based upon the hazard assessment. [1915.152(b)(1)] Procedures for selection of PPE may include:
  • Identifying the potential hazards
  • Determining the types of protective equipment available for the present hazards
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of the PPE
  • Selecting appropriate protective equipment
  • Providing a variety of sizes to properly fit all users
  • Selecting equipment that is compatible with other PPE

General Shipyard Worker PPE

Types of general shipyard work personal protective equipment include:

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Cleaning Confined Space Hot Work Hot Work Hot Work Surface Preparation Painting Confined Space Surface Preparation Illustrates the many ship repair operations that require PPE.
| Cleaning  | Confined Space | Hot Work |
Painting | Surface Prep |

OSHA hierarchy of controls is:
  1. Engineering Controls
  2. Administration Controls
  3. Personal Protective Equipment

Specific Operations Requiring Additional PPE 

The following specific operations may require additional PPE:
Note: Confined space entry is one of the leading hazards associated with barge cleaning. Review the Ship Repair: Confined/Enclosed Spaces and Other Dangerous Atmospheres chapter for information on how to protect workers from this hazard. 

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