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Respirators and PPE for technicians

By Scavi Company · · 3 min read
Respirators and PPE for technicians

Technicians face dust, chemicals and noise.

Respirators

Fit testing.

Gloves

By task.

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Eyes

Glasses.

Hearing

Plugs.

Replacement

Stock.

A closer look

Techs skip PPE when it is uncomfortable or missing. Good-fitting gear stocked on every truck and leaders wearing it set the standard.

Where to start

List PPE by task and stock trucks accordingly.

An example

A company replaced uncomfortable glasses with better ones. Usage went up.

Common mistakes

Wrong sizes, no stock and managers ignoring rules.

What to track

Track PPE use and incidents.

Questions to ask

Is PPE comfortable? Is it stocked? Do leaders wear it?

Leadership sets the tone

Supervisors on ride-alongs should wear the same PPE and correct missing equipment immediately but respectfully. Consistency is what turns PPE into habit.

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Frequently asked questions

Do technicians need respirator fit testing?

When respirators are required, regulations generally require a respiratory protection program including fit testing and training. Check OSHA requirements.