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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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Equipment worn to minimize exposure to workplace hazards in manufacturing environments.

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes items used by workers to shield themselves from physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards in manufacturing settings. PPE is essential in ensuring safety and compliance with occupational health and safety regulations by providing barriers between hazards and the worker.

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Safety helmets designed to protect the head from falling objects.

Commonly used in construction sites and heavy machinery operation areas where overhead work is conducted.

Respirators used to protect against airborne particulates and gases.

Typically used in environments with dust or chemical vapor exposure, such as paint shops or chemical processing plants.

Safety gloves providing protection against cuts and abrasions.

Used in assembly lines handling sharp objects or rough materials.

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