PPE Reminder PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING (PPE)
Date: 1st March 2023
In certain circumstances special instructions are issued for particular installations, i.e. type of protective clothing to be worn, full suit, full head protection, or a different respiratory device.
It is the driver’s duty to comply, as long as it is safe to do so, with whatever standing instructions are laid down at each respective collection and delivery installation.
The following items, compliant with PPE regulations, are supplied by the Company and must be carried and worn by drivers for their own protection and safety when working with any hazardous products. Listed below are the specifics for Class 8
Products:
- High Visibility Jacket and Vest
- Safety Helmet
- Safety Glasses
- BS Goggles, giving complete eye protection
- Safety Visor
- PVC Chemical Suit
- Safety Boots
- Chemical Safety Gloves
- Wellingtons
- Eye Wash Unit
- First Aid Kit
- Fire Extinguishers
- 2 x Self-Standing Warning Signs, eg Triangles
In addition, a suitable P1 Respirator must be carried and used when working with the following products :
- Hydrochloric Acid
- Nitric Acid
Items other than the above may be required for certain products or sites, eg fall arrest harness, and will be notified and supplied to the driver as applicable.
The above list of chemicals and equipment are liable to be amended, drivers will be kept informed by the Traffic Office.
Drivers are reminded that they must comply with the Regulations of the Company on whose premises they are working according to the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974.
Full PPE must be worn and the driver must be in attendance during loading and discharge procedures. Dates of expiration must be monitored and reported.
All PPE and equipment should be examined regularly (pre-start checklist) to ensure that it is in good working order and fit for purpose. Repairs and replacements must be arranged promptly.
