Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Compliance Checklist
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General PPE Requirements
Ensures basic PPE availability and employee awareness.
Number of employees required to wear PPE
PPE Policy Availability
PPE Provided?
Briefly describe the process for employees to request PPE
Date of last general PPE awareness training for all employees
PPE Storage Adequacy
Eye and Face Protection
Verifies appropriate eye and face protection is used in relevant areas.
Are safety glasses/goggles required in this area?
Are face shields required in addition to safety glasses/goggles?
Are welding helmets with appropriate shade numbers provided and used?
Number of safety glasses available in designated areas
What types of eye hazards are present in this area?
Date of last eye protection hazard assessment
Comments/Observations regarding eye and face protection compliance
Head Protection
Covers the use of hard hats and other head protection where required.
Are hard hats required in this area?
Hard Hat Condition Rating (per manufacturer's guidelines)
Describe any visible damage to hard hats (cracks, dents, scratches).
Last Hard Hat Inspection Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
Next Scheduled Hard Hat Inspection Date
Which types of head protection are used in this area? (Select all that apply)
Upload image of damaged hard hat (if applicable)
Hearing Protection
Addresses the use of hearing protection in high-noise areas.
Is a Noise Risk Assessment Completed?
Are employees required to wear hearing protection?
What types of hearing protection are provided?
Average Noise Level (dBA)
Last Noise Measurement Date
Is Hearing Protection Training Provided?
Training Content Summary
Are hearing protection devices properly stored?
Hand Protection
Focuses on appropriate gloves for different tasks and hazards.
What type of gloves are commonly used in this area?
If 'Other' selected above, please specify glove type:
How many pairs of gloves are readily available per workstation?
Are gloves provided free of charge to employees?
What types of chemicals/materials require specific glove selection?
Date of last glove inspection (of general availability)
Any specific glove usage instructions or warnings posted at workstations?
Foot Protection
Checks for proper footwear to prevent foot injuries.
Are required foot protection types (e.g., steel-toe, chemical resistant) readily available?
Are employees required to wear appropriate footwear in designated areas?
Which types of foot protection are required in this area? (Select all that apply)
Number of employees observed wearing appropriate foot protection.
Any observations or issues related to foot protection?
Date of last foot protection inspection.
Are employees trained on proper foot protection selection and care?
Respiratory Protection
Covers respirator selection, fit testing, and training.
Is a Respiratory Protection Program in place?
Respirator Type(s) Used?
Last Respiratory Fit Test Date
Number of Employees Requiring Respirators
Summary of Respirator Training Records
Cartridge/Filter Replacement Schedule Followed?
Cartridge/Filter Replacement Log
Description of Medical Evaluations for Respirator Users
Protective Clothing
Addresses the use of coveralls, aprons, and other protective garments.
Type of Protective Clothing Required (e.g., Coveralls, Aprons, Sleeves)
Materials of Protective Clothing Used (Check all that apply)
Number of Protective Garments per Employee (where applicable)
Date of Last Protective Clothing Inspection
Notes on Condition of Protective Clothing (e.g., tears, stains, damage)
Are replacement garments available?
Upload Image of Example Protective Clothing (if available)
Hazard Assessments & PPE Selection
Confirms hazard assessments are conducted and appropriate PPE is selected.
Are hazard assessments conducted for all identified manufacturing tasks?
Are hazard assessments reviewed and updated at least annually, or when processes change?
Briefly describe the process for identifying potential hazards in the workplace.
Upload a sample hazard assessment document.
Which hazard assessment methodologies are used (select all that apply)?
Number of employees involved in conducting hazard assessments.
If 'Other' was selected for assessment methodologies, please specify.
Are employees actively involved in the hazard assessment process?
Training & Education
Evaluates the effectiveness of PPE training programs.
Last PPE Training Date
Number of Employees Trained
Topics Covered in PPE Training (Check all that apply)
Summary of Training Content
Training Method Used (e.g., Classroom, Online, Hands-on)
Trainer Qualifications/Credentials
Upload Training Records/Certificates (Optional)
Inspection & Maintenance
Checks the procedures for inspecting and maintaining PPE.
Last PPE Inspection Date
Frequency of PPE Inspection (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly)
Describe the process for inspecting PPE (e.g., visual checks, functionality tests)
Which PPE items are regularly inspected?
Record any defects or damage found during inspections and corrective actions taken.
Number of PPE items currently in use.
Who is responsible for PPE maintenance?
Details of PPE replacement procedures. When and how is damaged PPE replaced?
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