Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
This course covers the basics of hazard assessments to determine required personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as various types of PPE. Specifically, the course content addresses eye and face protection, hand and arm protection, foot and shin protection, safety footwear, and general work clothing. Lastly, the course re-emphasizes the training requirements for personal protective equipment for teachers and staff in K-12 education.
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Course Details
Learning Objectives
- Explain how a hazard assessment helps determine the PPE needed.
- Identify job hazards that can cause injuries without proper PPE.
- Describe the types and uses of PPE.
- Recognize the importance of training on all aspects of PPE.
Full Course
This version is designed for all school employees.
Duration: 17 minutes
Language: EN
Full Course (en español)
This version is designed for all native Spanish-speaking employees.
Duration: 20 minutes
Language: ES
Specs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and why is it important in schools?
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes items like gloves, goggles, masks, and lab coats that help protect students and staff from potential hazards. In K-12 schools, PPE is a key part of maintaining a safe learning environment, especially during science labs, cleaning, maintenance, and other hands-on activities. Proper use of PPE helps reduce risk and supports a culture of safety across the school community.
Who should take a PPE training course in K-12 education?
This PPE course is designed for teachers, custodial staff, other school staff, and administrators. It helps everyone understand how to properly use and maintain protective equipment to ensure safety in classrooms, laboratories, and common areas.
Is PPE training required for K-12 teachers or staff?
Many states and districts recommend or require PPE training as part of occupational safety compliance and science lab safety programs. It ensures educators meet OSHA and local education safety regulations.
How can schools implement PPE safety training?
Schools can integrate PPE courses into science safety training, employee onboarding, or annual professional development programs. Many districts also use online PPE modules for convenience and tracking completion.
Sample Video Transcript
“Occupational safety and health regulations require employers to provide personal protective equipment for their employees. PPE must be used when an employee is exposed to any hazard in order to prevent injury from potentially harmful environmental conditions, such as falling objects, splashes, spills, overhead hazards, etc.”
