Portwest Construction Magazine

While it's widely understood that standard PPE is necessary for site access, effectively managing the specific risks inherent to your job calls for a tailored evaluation of safety requirements. ON THE JOB

Each project has its own set of requirements. Check out the possible hazards you may work with:

HEAD PROTECTION • Falling objects • Overhead hazards

HEARING PROTECTION • Noise from sources such as; power tools, machinery and equipment, vehicles, environment, temporary structures

EYE PROTECTION • Flying objects • Dust • Chemical exposure

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION • Dust • Asbestos • Chemicals

WORKWEAR • Low visibility • Environmental conditions • Stretch and reach

HAND PROTECTION • Impact • Cut • Grip • Chemical

HEIGHT SAFETY • Working at height

FOOT PROTECTION • Impact • Chemical • Spill • Punctures • Heavy objects

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