Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• 20 Minutes
• For all staff
• UK

This 20-minute course covers the selection, use, legal requirements and maintenance of personal protective equipment. It helps staff understand why PPE matters, identify and use the right equipment for different workplace hazards and environments, and adhere to the regulatory standards that govern how PPE is provided, worn and looked after.

PPE is the last line of defence and the one most often relied on first, which is where the problems start. Ill-fitting, damaged or unsuitable equipment offers less protection than the user assumes. Employers must provide it free and maintain it, but only the wearer knows when it has stopped working properly. Training makes that judgement possible and keeps the control genuine.