TOOLINGU SAFETY: PERSONAL
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American National Standards Institute - ANSWER ANSI. A private, non-profit
organization that administers the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment
system. ANSI provides a process for industry groups to create and publish the
specifications for some PPE.
ANSI - ANSWER American National Standards Institute. A private, non-profit
organization that administers the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment
system. ANSI provides a process for industry groups to create and publish the
specifications for some PPE.
arm coverings - ANSWER Fabric or leather sleeve that fits over the arm to protect from
various hazards. Arm coverings are used when workers may be exposed to heat,
sparks, or splash from chemicals or molten materials.
bump hat - ANSWER A protective head covering used in areas of low clearance that
offers minimal protection from minor impacts and abrasions. Bump hats are not ANSI
approved.
butyl - ANSWER A non-porous synthetic rubber that is resistant to certain chemicals.
Safety gloves made of butyl provide good protection against resins and hardeners.
class E hard hat - ANSWER A protective head covering that offers the highest level of
protection against voltage and burns, up to 20,000 volts. A class E hard hat is also
known as an electrical hard hat.
class G hard hat - ANSWER A protective head covering that provides limited voltage
protection, up to 2,200 volts. A class G hard hat is also known as a general hard hat.
combination foot and shin guards - ANSWER A device that fits over the shins and most
of the foot to protect from multiple hazards, including impacts. Some combination foot
and shin guards may require additional toe guards.
decibels - ANSWER The unit by which the intensity of sound is measured. If
occupational noise reaches or exceeds 85 decibels over an eight-hour period,
employees need to wear hearing protection.
duck - ANSWER Closely-woven cotton fabric that resists penetration. Duck is used to
make clothing that protects against cuts.
, earmuffs - ANSWER Full-ear coverings connected by a headband that require a perfect
seal around the ear. Hair, facial hair, or facial movements may disrupt this seal.
hazard assessment - ANSWER A written, formal appraisal of the safety risks that exist
within a workplace. A hazard assessment is often performed by the safety team during
a walk-through.
hazards - ANSWER A source of danger or possible injury. Hazards can be physical
hazards like falling objects or health hazards like chemical exposures.
health hazards - ANSWER A condition or situation that may result in an illness. Airborne
particles, repetitive motions, and some chemicals can be health hazards.
hearing conservation program - ANSWER A formal program that consists of several
components intended to prevent worker hearing loss. An HCP must include noise
evaluations, hearing tests, and hearing protection.
laser goggles - ANSWER Goggles that protect against the intense light produced by
lasers. Laser goggles are chosen based on the equipment and operating conditions in
the workplace.
latex - ANSWER A polymer that is used to make rubber. Latex offers resistance to
certain chemicals.
leggings - ANSWER Lower leg covering made of leather or fabric that protects the leg
from sparks and spatter. Leggings snap off and on for quick removal.
lockout/tagout - ANSWER A method of protecting employees by preventing accidental
machine startup through proper locking and labeling of machines during maintenance.
Lockout/tagout is the common term for OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy Standard.
metatarsal guards - ANSWER A device that straps over a shoe to cover the upper
portion of the foot and protect it from impacts and crushing. Metatarsal guards may be
made from aluminum, steel, plastic, or fiber.
neoprene - ANSWER A synthetic rubber product that offers protection from certain
chemicals. Neoprene is used to make safety gloves.
nitrile - ANSWER A rubber-like material that resists petroleum or oil compounds. Nitrile
is used to make safety gloves.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration - ANSWER OSHA. A government
agency under the U.S. Dept. of Labor that sets the standards for working conditions in
the United States. OSHA ensures that employees work in safe and healthy
environments.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 111
CORRECT 100%
American National Standards Institute - ANSWER ANSI. A private, non-profit
organization that administers the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment
system. ANSI provides a process for industry groups to create and publish the
specifications for some PPE.
ANSI - ANSWER American National Standards Institute. A private, non-profit
organization that administers the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment
system. ANSI provides a process for industry groups to create and publish the
specifications for some PPE.
arm coverings - ANSWER Fabric or leather sleeve that fits over the arm to protect from
various hazards. Arm coverings are used when workers may be exposed to heat,
sparks, or splash from chemicals or molten materials.
bump hat - ANSWER A protective head covering used in areas of low clearance that
offers minimal protection from minor impacts and abrasions. Bump hats are not ANSI
approved.
butyl - ANSWER A non-porous synthetic rubber that is resistant to certain chemicals.
Safety gloves made of butyl provide good protection against resins and hardeners.
class E hard hat - ANSWER A protective head covering that offers the highest level of
protection against voltage and burns, up to 20,000 volts. A class E hard hat is also
known as an electrical hard hat.
class G hard hat - ANSWER A protective head covering that provides limited voltage
protection, up to 2,200 volts. A class G hard hat is also known as a general hard hat.
combination foot and shin guards - ANSWER A device that fits over the shins and most
of the foot to protect from multiple hazards, including impacts. Some combination foot
and shin guards may require additional toe guards.
decibels - ANSWER The unit by which the intensity of sound is measured. If
occupational noise reaches or exceeds 85 decibels over an eight-hour period,
employees need to wear hearing protection.
duck - ANSWER Closely-woven cotton fabric that resists penetration. Duck is used to
make clothing that protects against cuts.
, earmuffs - ANSWER Full-ear coverings connected by a headband that require a perfect
seal around the ear. Hair, facial hair, or facial movements may disrupt this seal.
hazard assessment - ANSWER A written, formal appraisal of the safety risks that exist
within a workplace. A hazard assessment is often performed by the safety team during
a walk-through.
hazards - ANSWER A source of danger or possible injury. Hazards can be physical
hazards like falling objects or health hazards like chemical exposures.
health hazards - ANSWER A condition or situation that may result in an illness. Airborne
particles, repetitive motions, and some chemicals can be health hazards.
hearing conservation program - ANSWER A formal program that consists of several
components intended to prevent worker hearing loss. An HCP must include noise
evaluations, hearing tests, and hearing protection.
laser goggles - ANSWER Goggles that protect against the intense light produced by
lasers. Laser goggles are chosen based on the equipment and operating conditions in
the workplace.
latex - ANSWER A polymer that is used to make rubber. Latex offers resistance to
certain chemicals.
leggings - ANSWER Lower leg covering made of leather or fabric that protects the leg
from sparks and spatter. Leggings snap off and on for quick removal.
lockout/tagout - ANSWER A method of protecting employees by preventing accidental
machine startup through proper locking and labeling of machines during maintenance.
Lockout/tagout is the common term for OSHA's Control of Hazardous Energy Standard.
metatarsal guards - ANSWER A device that straps over a shoe to cover the upper
portion of the foot and protect it from impacts and crushing. Metatarsal guards may be
made from aluminum, steel, plastic, or fiber.
neoprene - ANSWER A synthetic rubber product that offers protection from certain
chemicals. Neoprene is used to make safety gloves.
nitrile - ANSWER A rubber-like material that resists petroleum or oil compounds. Nitrile
is used to make safety gloves.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration - ANSWER OSHA. A government
agency under the U.S. Dept. of Labor that sets the standards for working conditions in
the United States. OSHA ensures that employees work in safe and healthy
environments.
