Personal Protective Equipment: Types: In-depth

Summary

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provides the user with protection against a wide range of workplace hazards. The type of PPE selected will depend mainly on the hazards and risks to which the wearer is exposed.

This topic provides detail about the various types of PPE that can be chosen for use, and information about the appropriate storage and maintenance of items. For more details there are topics on Personal Protective Equipment: Principles of Use and Respiratory Protective Equipment.