ehs ppe procedure

EHS Personal Protective Equipment EHS-9/ 1.0 of 19

GE Energy Services -Company Confidential Effective Date: March 26, 2004

Approved By:Greg Sbrocco

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

1. PURPOSE & SCOPE

This procedure outlines the GEES Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) program. It provides guidance for specific types of PPE and situations where the proper use of PPE is required. The objective is to minimize and control the potential for injury through the proper use of engineering controls and to supplement protection by the proper selection and use of PPE. This procedure is applicable to all GEES employees, contractors and visitors. To obtain more information on PPE requirements for task specific activities (e.g. Confined Space Entry, Electrical Safety, Fall Protection, Hot Work, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservations etc.) refer to those policies for more details.

2. DEFINITIONS

Refer to EHS Manual Glossary. Any terms that are bold and italicised in this document will be defined in the EHS Manual Glossary.

3. PROCEDURE

3.1. General PPE Requirements

3.1.1 In most circumstances, PPE should not be the sole method to control a hazard.

PPE should be used when engineering and administrative controls are not feasible, during the installation of other controls or to provide additional protection. Refer to EHS 15 – Industrial Hygiene for more details pertaining to engineering and administrative controls.

3.1.2 All PPE must be properly selected, inspected prior to use, cleaned regularly and

maintained in usable condition. Any equipment that is damaged must be replaced immediately. Equipment that does not fit properly shall not be worn, but replaced or re-fit. Any PPE provided by the employee for his/her own protection must meet all the requirements of this procedure.

3.1.3 Employees should participate in the selection of PPE when appropriate. In some

cases, PPE must be fitted for the employee (e.g. fall protection harness). Disposable PPE, such as gloves or body protection will be provided in appropriate sizes to fit all employees.

3.1.4 Sites shall develop a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) or equivalent PPE hazard

assessment for PPE requirements for each job task at the site or high hazard operation key identified per EHS 13 High Risk Operations. These assessments will be incorporated into operating procedures and/or PPE matrix. The JSA/hazard assessment is addressed entirely in EHS 12.

3.1.5 Appropriate PPE will be available to each affected employee according to the

findings of the PPE hazard assessment and/or JSA.

3.1.6 It is standard operating procedure for ES employees, contractors and visitors to wear eye and foot PPE, as outlined in this procedure in all designated areas. (See Appendix A for site-specific requirements.) Additionally, employees working at customer sites must abide by both GE’s and customer’s PPE




requirements, specifically, wearing the PPE which provides the most protection from the hazards or most stringent. If there are concerns or conflicts regarding PPE requirements, employees should contact their Site EHS Representative for clarification.

3.1.7 Where medical clearance for PPE use is required (e.g. respirator use), employee

PPE evaluations will be coordinated with Medical Services and documented, as applicable. Refer to EHS Procedure –Respiratory Protection for additional requirements.

3.2 PPE Distribution

3.2.1 PPE will be distributed to each affected employee according to the findings of the PPE hazard assessment and/or JSAs. In addition, PPE will be provided at company expense.

3.2.2 Visitors will be provided with the appropriate PPE (e.g. Safety Glasses, Ear

Plugs) while at a GEES site. Exceptions shall be approved by an EHS Representative. Refer to each site’s contractor safety rules found in EHS 10 –Contractor Safety for additional information.

3.2.3 Adequate quantities and variety of sizes of PPE will be made available to

employees and visitors. Storage locations for uncontrolled PPE are listed in the site-specific information in Appendix A.

3.2.4 Respirators and respirator cartridges and electrical safety gloves are examples of

PPE that must be under controlled distribution because it’s use requires special training and medical clearance. The person responsible for the distribution of the controlled PPE and the storage location are listed in Appendix A.

3.2.5 PPE will be distributed to only those employees that are physically capable of

and appropriately trained in properly using the equipment.

3.3 PPE Enforcement and Verification

3.3.1 Employees shall wear the PPE identified for their job task. Site leadership shall enforce PPE use. If employees are not complying with JSAs/Risk Assessments or this procedure, then enforcement actions (verbal or written) shall be documented and forwarded to the Human Resources department per ‘GE Code of Conduct’ or local disciplinary agreement.

3.3.2 Per EHS Procedure No. 02 Expectations and Appraisals, management shall be

responsible for measuring their direct reports on enforcement of PPE use.

3.3.3 All personnel are responsible to ensure the proper PPE is being used for designated job tasks.

3.3.4 PPE requirements for particular areas must be communicated with signs placed

in such areas or by any feasible means of communication as determined by each site for those tasks that require PPE but are off site and/or temporary (e.g. short term task.) This must be documented in Appendix A. The lack of signage for any reason must not be construed as an excuse for not wearing appropriate PPE.

3.4 Eye and Face Protection –Guidance and Limitations




3.4.1 Eye protection must be worn in all areas as defined/designated by site or customer requirements (See Appendix A). Safety glasses with side shields or combination of goggles, face shield as required by each site, must be worn in industrial environments such as construction, assembly, mining, and maintenance operations and wherever equipment, processes, or other operations present eye hazards such as flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals or caustic liquid, chemical gases, or vapors, or potentially injurious light radiation. Refer to Appendix A for site-specific information and Appendix B for guidance on the selection of eye and face protection for the operations and hazard listed.

3.4.2 All safety glasses, chemical goggles and face shields shall meet ANSI

specification Z87.1 requirements or equivalent and shall be imprinted by the manufacturer as such. Safety glasses must have plastic frames and impact resistant lenses. Employees who wear prescription glasses shall wear safety glasses that incorporate their prescription into the lens or shall wear protection over their prescription glasses. Normal street prescription glasses, even if made of plastic or tempered glass, do not conform to the ANSI standard or equivalent.

3.4.3 Eye and face protection will be provided at company expense. For those

employees needing prescription safety glasses, they must provide their current prescription. Specific details regarding the purchase of prescription safety glasses for employees are negotiated at the local level.

3.4.4 Welding helmets, hand shields and face shields do not provide adequate eye protection on their own and shall be used over primary eye protection.

3.4.5 In cases where potential electric hazards exist, metal frame glasses, metal

jewelry or other conductive material should not be worn.

3.4.6 In cases where atmospheric conditions present a fogging hazard to eye and face protection, each Site or Responsible Manager or Site EHS Representative may use their discretion in determining the type of protection to be worn to provide the best protection while avoiding fogging. In all cases, adequate care must be taken to provide full and complete protection, and additionally must conform to ANSI standards.

3.4.7 The wearing of contact lenses should be avoided in industrial environments as

described in 3.4.1. This contact lens guidance is due to the fact that employees will have difficulty irrigating eyes if foreign bodies or chemicals enter their eyes as contact lenses trap particles. Additionally, chemicals may react with the plastics and/or flash burns could cause the lenses to melt onto their eyes.

3.4.8 In all cases, care should be taken to recognize the possibility of multiple and

simultaneous exposure to different eye and face hazards. Adequate protection should be provided against the highest level of hazard. Employees shall wear eye and face protection wherever there is a reasonable probability that such protection can prevent injury, where such protection is required by policy or Customer policy, or where adjacent operations or tasks can generate potential hazards impacted the employee.

3.4.9 For clarity, a few activities and the required eye and face protection (in addition to

safety glasses) are explicitly stated here:




3.4.9.1 Employees engaged in, or proximity to, heavy chipping, grinding, or activities shall wear goggles and a face shield, or monogoggles with similar exposure severity.

3.4.9.2 Chemical goggles and face shields shall be worn by employees engaged

in, or in proximity to, chemical handling operations that present eye hazards such as acid or caustic burn or fumes.

3.4.9.3 Employees engaged in, or in proximity to, activities causing exposure

hazards to face, such as working with grinding equipment or generating flying particles, sprays of hazardous liquids and splashes of hot solution shall wear goggles and face shields.

3.5 Body Protection –Guidance and Limitations

3.5.1 A wide variety of natural and synthetic materials are used in protective clothing. The major types of protective clothing and their functions are:

3.5.1.1 Waterproof is resistant to some chemicals, 3.5.1.2 Synthetic rubber is resistant to oil, grease, organic solvents, and

petroleum products, 3.5.1.3 Plastics are resistant to oil, grease, many solvents, mild acids and

alkalis, 3.5.1.4 Natural rubber items are designed for electrical insulation, 3.5.1.5 Aluminized fabrics are designed to provide reflective insulation against

heat, and 3.5.1.6 Cotton or leather (or other natural material) clothing should be worn while

welding or performing other ‘hot work’ where sparks or welding slag is a potential.

3.5.2 Protective clothing may be reusable or disposable, depending on the needs of

the operation and/or the nature of the hazards involved. 3.5.3 Protective clothing is available for body protection. Some examples include

aprons, boots, coats, coveralls, gloves, hats hoods, jackets, kneepads, leggings, overalls, pants, shirts, and sleeves.

3.5.4 Certain types of clothing are inappropriate for particular uses. Cotton clothes are

not impervious and, therefore, must not be worn where such protection is required (i.e. spray painting). Polyester or other synthetic materials must not be worn while welding or performing other ‘hot work’ due to the risk of clothes melting on skin.

3.5.5 For protection from cuts, bruises and abrasions, special protectors made of

Kevlar, plastic, hard fiber, or metal should be worn. These protectors are available for almost all parts of the body and should be matched for the level of freedom needed (dexterity etc.).

3.5.6 It is important that the proper body protection be selected and used based on the

chemicals and environmental conditions to which the employee will be exposed. Protective clothing may be required to be worn by employees for any job, as determined by EHS, customer requirements or specifications, and JSA/PPE Hazard Assessment. Refer to Appendix A for site-specific information.

3.6 Foot Protection –Guidance and Limitations




3.6.1 Safety shoes provide protection against the following hazards

3.6.1.1 Rolling objects (e.g. barrels, generators, heavy pipe, etc.), 3.6.1.2 Accidental impact/puncture from sharp edges/objects, and 3.6.1.3 Impacts from falling objects.

3.6.2 Steel toe, leather upper-ankle protection safety shoes with rubber soles that meet ANSI Z41 or equivalent requirements are required for all ES employees who have the need to enter those areas defined/designated as “Safety Shoe Areas” by site or customer requirements for any duration. Refer to Appendix A for site-specific information. If safety shoes (or equivalent foot protection) are required by the customer, ES employees must abide by both GE’s and customer’s PPE requirements.

3.6.2.1 For employees who work in the vicinity of electrical equipment, they

should select and wear safety shoes that have non-conductive material, which protects the toes and/or metatarsal area.

3.6.3 Specific details regarding safety shoe purchase for employees are negotiated at

the local level. In some cases, an equivalent allowance may be made toward the purchase of an approved safety shoe desired by an employee.

3.6.4 Consideration may be given to providing “over the shoe” type protectors,

particularly for infrequent wear for anyone (e.g. customers/visitors) walking/working in designated safety shoe areas/walkways.

3.6.5 Grounding straps attached to shoes may be required for those working in

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) -sensitive areas.

3.7 Hand Protection –Guidance and Limitations

3.7.1 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn when an employee’s hands are exposed to hazards, such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances, severe cuts, abrasions or lacerations, punctures, chemical, electrical or thermal burns. Further guidance on the major types of hand protection and their function are provided below.

3.7.1.1 For general material handling, employees shall wear, at a minimum,

Kevlar or equivalent cut resistance gloves per GEPS requirements. Employees must be cognizant of the fact that gloves are not universal protectors/insulators, but rather serve as supplements to good hand placement while working. Gloves will prevent many minor injuries when handling rough materials or substances that can irritate the skin.

3.7.1.1.1 Cut resistant or equivalent gloves should be worn when

handling objects with burrs/sharp edges, set up and removal of parts, using hand & power tools, handling metal objects, and pulling wire rope. If a puncture hazard exists, leather palm cut resistant gloves or equivalent must be worn.

3.7.1.1.1.1 There are many types of cut resistant materials,

however two very common materials used are Kevlar and Spectra. Kevlar fiber offers protection from cuts and heat while Spectra fiber provides up to ten times the cut resistance of Kevlar and is




chemically resistant and washable. Some things to consider are that Spectra is not good for heat applications and Kevlar fibers are susceptible to ultraviolet rays. Kevlar is effective for a cut across the fibers but not a puncture or a serrated cut.

3.7.1.1.2 If handling a material with potential for chemical exposure,

an appropriate chemical protective glove should be layered with a material-handling glove to minimize exposure to both types of hazards. After a thorough review of the task using a JSA, if chemical handling does not pose any exposure to cut hazards then the employee (s) can choose to wear chemical protective glove only.

3.7.1.2 Rubber gloves may be necessary in situations involving electrical work.

Due to the special nature of work involving the potential for electric shock, EHS Procedure 13 Electrical Safety must be reviewed for additional requirements.

3.7.1.3 Insulated or heat resistant gloves must be worn when handling steam

hose, not parts, or when performing other duties in which regular work gloves do not afford adequate thermal protection against burning of the hands. Appropriate insulating gloves must also be worn to protect against the handling of cryogenic materials.

3.7.1.4 Vibration-absorbing or reducing gloves shall be worn whenever

possible to reduce employee exposure to vibrating or repetitive hand tools (e.g. use of a peening gun, continuous use of a hand held grinder, repetitive hammering, etc.)

3.7.2 Appropriate gloves should be worn whenever possible, except when wearing the

them is either impractical or would create a greater hazards (e.g. when working with or around rotating parts.) When selecting hand protection, employees must take into consideration the task to be performed, duration of use, and the actual or potential hazards to which they may be exposed. Additionally, it is critical that the team work with a qualified EHS Representative when selecting hand protection. Glove manufacture permeation charts and also any chemical’s MSDS must be utilized during the selection process.

3.7.3 Gloves should be worn when the hands would otherwise be wet from any

substance causing a slippery grip (e.g. use of hand tools.)

3.7.4 Gloves shall not be worn around rotating equipment.

3.8 Head Protection –Guidance and Limitations

3.8.1 Employees shall be provided with and shall wear head protection (hardhat or bump cap) whenever they are engaged in jobs in which there is a reasonable probability of head injury. This includes for example when working in areas where objects could be dropped or the head could be bumped (e.g. overhead piping.)

3.8.2 Hardhats shall conform to ANSI Z89.1-1997 Standards or equivalent. Per ANSI

Z89.1, the helmets must be identified on the inside of the shell with letters 1/8” high with the manufacture name, the ANSI designation and class. Further information on ANSI standards is listed below.




3.8.2.1 Class G General –provides protection up to 2200 volts 3.8.2.2 Class E Electrical –provides protection up to 20,000 volts 3.8.2.3 Class C Conductive –should NOT be used around electricity

3.8.3 Chin straps and nape straps are listed as accessories in the ANSI standard,

therefore, their use is optional.

3.8.4 1 – 1.25 inches (2.5 – 3 centimeters) is required to be maintained between the top of the head and the underside of the hard shell. The suspension is the ‘shock absorber’ between the head and the shell and is integral to the hat’s overall effectiveness. Hardhat suspension systems should be replaced when they show signs of wear.

3.8.5 Hardhats shall be replaced when the hard hat displays physical damage (cut,

cracked, dented, etc.) that would compromise the integrity of the hardhat protection. Hardhats will be properly maintained per guidance listed below:

3.8.5.1 Objects shall not be carried inside the helmet, as proper clearance is

needed for the protective system to be effective. 3.8.5.2 The shell of the hardhat should be cleaned regularly. Stains or dirt may

hide hairline cracks or a defect that requires the hard hat to be replaced.

3.8.5.3 Hardhats should be stored where they will not become deformed by excessive heat or be damaged by objects tossed onto them.

3.8.5.4 Shells of hardhats must never be painted. Solvents in the paint may

cause thermal plastic to become brittle. Numbers or symbols can be applied with reflective tape.

3.8.5.5 Hardhats should be inspected before they are worn. If there area any

holes, cracks, fraying of suspension materials or other signs of damage or alteration, they should be replaced.

3.8.5.6 Hardhats must be worn as the manufacturer intended, front to back, not

backwards or sideways. They should be adjusted as necessary to comfortably fit the wearer.

3.8.6 Individuals with long hair must protect their hair from contact with moving parts,

particularly rapid spinning machinery (e.g. lathes, boring mills, drill press etc.) Securing the hair with ties, braids or the application of a protective cap that completely covers the hair can do this. Hairnets, bandanas and turbans do not completely cover the hair, and therefore may not be used as a primary form of protection.

3.9 Hearing Protection –Guidance and Limitations

3.9.1 Engineering or administrative controls shall be utilized, where feasible, to reduce noise levels to acceptable levels. Where such controls are not feasible, hearing protection devices shall be provided and shall be required to be worn by employees.

3.9.2 Employees shall wear approved hearing protection when exposed to noise levels greater than the permissible noise exposures in decibels (dB) as indicated by the governing regulation.

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3.9.2.1 Per UK Law, Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Noise at Work Regulations, a hearing protection program is required when employees are likely to be exposed to the action levels described below:

The first action level for personal noise exposure is 85 dB(A). At this level hearing protection must be provided to employee(s);

The second action level for personal noise exposure is 90 dB(A). At this level hearing protection shall be worn by employee(s);

The peak action level means a level of peak sound pressure of 200 pascals.

It is important to note that a European Directive has recently been adopted which tightens the legal requirements in relation to noise by lowering the exposure action values. This directive shall be implemented into UK law in February 2006 and will introduce a number of significant changes to the Noise at Work Regulations. These include:

Reducing the first action level for personal noise exposure from 85 dB(A) to 80 db(A)

Reducing the second action level from 90 dB(A) to 85 dB(A) Reducing the peak action level for load intermittent noise from

200 pascals to 140 pascals; and Introduction of a new limit on exposure value of 87 dB(A)

For further guidance, please reference the following web link: HSE Noise Directive and specifically the Comparison with Old Provisions table.

3.9.2.2 For US based sites, per OSHA 29 CFR 1926.52, protection against the effect of noise exposure shall be provided when the sound levels exceed those shown in Table 3.9.1.1. Table 3.9.1.1 Permissible Noise Exposures Duration per Day (Hours) Sound Level (dBA) Slow Response* 8 90 6 92 4 95 3 97 2 100 1 ½ 102 1 105 ½ 110 ¼ or less 115 *The sound level should be measured on the A-scale of a standard sound level meter at slow response

3.9.3 The type of hearing protection to be used depends on the comfort of the user and

noise exposure. Ear protectors fall into two main groups:

3.9.3.1 Ear Plugs (Insert Type) –Available in a variety of materials. Plugs must fit properly and remain correctly seated to provide the rated attenuation. Employees should wash their hands prior to handling or inserting earplugs.

3.9.3.2 Earmuffs –Proper fit is important. Seal must not be compromised by hair

or glasses frames.




3.9.4 Disposable hearing protection is designed for one use only and should be disposed of after use. Re-usable earplugs should be cleaned prior to use.

3.9.5 Refer to EHS Procedure –Hearing Conservation for additional hearing

protections requirements and dual protection guidelines In addition, there should be similar discussion as above as to when it needs to be worn and limitations, i.e. ear muffs with safety glasses will not be effective to their NRR – due to leakage from the temple bars.

3.10 Respiratory Protection –Guidance and Limitations

3.10.1 Per OSHA 1910.134, or equivalent governing regulation, respiratory protection is required when air monitoring shows workplace air contamination exceeds acceptable levels. Monitoring should be conducted if employees suspect an over exposure or efforts are being made to bring exposures to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA). Respirators should be used only in those cases where engineering controls cannot reduce airborne concentrations to below acceptable levels.

3.10.2 Employees must use NIOSH approved respirators or equivalent for all

designated job tasks requiring respiratory protection. To wear a respirator employees must be qualified by medical certification and training.

3.10.3 Refer to the site’s EHS Procedure –Respiratory Protection for further respiratory

requirements, and limitations.

3.11 Fall Protection –Guidance and Limitations

3.11.1 Per OSHA 29 CFR 1926.501, Construction Standard, employees must wear an approved full body safety harness with shock absorbing lanyard when work involves climbing or working 6 feet (1.8 meters) or more above a lower level and not protected by 42 inch railing. However some GE businesses are regulated by general industry requirements, and are required to wear an approved fall safety harness whenever there is an exposure to hazardous fall conditions at 4 feet (1.2 meters). Harnesses shall also be used as an alternative fall protection when equipment and walking and working surfaces such as ladders, platforms, scaffolds, runways, roofs and open floors cannot be guarded as required. Refer to EHS 13.4 Fall Protection for further guidance.

3.11.2 Lifelines, and lanyards shall be used in accordance with EHS 13.4 Fall

Protection for employee safeguarding. Any lifelines or lanyards subjected to in-service loading shall be immediately and permanently removed from service as employee safeguarding equipment and disposed of.

3.11.3 Lifelines shall be secured above the work level to an anchorage point or

structural member capable of supporting a minimum dead weight of 5,400 pounds.

3.11.4 Harness lanyards shall be at least ½ inch diameter nylon rope or equivalent, shall

have a nominal breaking strength of 5,400 pounds, and shall be of such length and arrangement that when tied off, will restrict a fall to less than 4 feet per GE best practice.

3.11.5 In addition, it is also GEPS best practice that two lanyards be worn so that there

are two anchorage points and double protection is provided. It is GEPS policy




that employees and contractors use two lanyards if the work situation requires transitioning to different areas.

3.11.6 A harness shall be worn and a lanyard attached to the boom or basket when

working from an aerial lift. Please refer to EHS 13.4 Fall Protection for further guidance.

3.11.7 Each piece of a personal fall arrest system (harness lanyard, lifelines, etc) shall

be compatible (i.e. different manufacturers do not always have equipment that in inter-company compatible) and certifications and rating are based on other specific components being in that system…for example a DB Sala harness may not be rated for use with a Miller Lanyard.

3.11.8 Inspection and Maintenance

3.11.8.1 All body harnesses, lifelines, and lanyards shall be inspected

before each use. 3.11.8.2 All lines, belting, hooks, fastenings, and other parts should be

checked for tears, breaks, damage, heavy wear, deformation, and missing parts.

3.11.8.3 If any defects are found, the equipment must be immediately

removed from service until the defective parts are appropriately repaired or replaced.

3.12 Back Belts and Back supports

According to a study done by National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), it was found that back supports (including belts) do not prevent injuries and no evidence indicates that they reduce back pain. It is GEES policy that back supports must be prescribed by an approved licensed medical provider to be worn on the job. Employees shall consult their on-site clinic resources or contracted medical providers prior to wearing back supports for work related job tasks.

4 Responsibilities

4.1 Business EHS Headquarters shall:

4.1.1 Annually review and update this procedure, and 4.1.2 Provide technical PPE information to Site EHS Representatives as required.

4.2 Site Manager shall:

4.2.1 Ensure implementation of the PPE procedure at their site, 4.2.2 Verify that the required use of PPE is enforced consistently, and

4.2.3 Identify a PPE Program Administrator to ensure that the proper quantity and type

of personal protective equipment is available.

4.2.4 Ensure that all employees required to wear PPE participate in PPE training,




4.2.5 Verify appropriate engineering and administrative controls are implemented to minimize PPE use.

4.2.6 Verify changes in operations (new or modified) are communicated through EHS

to ensure proper controls including PPE (as needed) are selected.

4.3 Responsible Supervisor shall:

4.3.1 Ensure that each employee uses the appropriate PPE on the job, and 4.3.2 Ensure that the PPE is properly maintained.

4.3.3 Ensure PPE audits are performed or a monthly or more frequent basis.

4.4 Site EHS Representative or designee shall:

4.4.1 Implement the PPE program, 4.4.2 Verify all employees required to wear PPE are properly trained and qualified.

4.4.3 Ensure that the areas that have PPE requirements are properly identified with

signs or an equivalent mechanism to inform employees of the PPE requirements,

4.4.4 Ensure that the PPE that requires controlled access is managed by a properly trained person,

4.4.5 Verify appropriate quantities, types and sizes of PPE are in stock to perform all

job tasks, as identified in the JSA and/or PPE hazard assessment.

4.4.6 Complete and update on an annual basis, the site-specific information in Appendix A.

5 Training

5.1 Employees will receive initial PPE training as dictated in Training Matrix. Refer to GEES Training Matrix in EHS 07. All employees required to wear PPE will participate in initial PPE training, which will cover the following topics, at minimum:

5.1.1 When PPE is necessary, 5.1.2 What PPE is necessary, 5.1.3 How to properly put on, take off, adjust and wear PPE, 5.1.4 The limitations of the PPE, and 5.1.5 The proper care, maintenance, useful life and disposal of the PPE.

5.2 Personnel utilized to evaluate and select PPE will be provided with the training necessary to perform their duties. This training should be defined in EHS Procedure 07 Training. Manufacturers or authorized manufacturer representatives may be used to provide various PPE options and guidance on proper use of the equipment they provide.

5.3 Retraining will be conducted under the following conditions:

5.3.1 Changes in the workplace render earlier training obsolete 5.3.2 The type of PPE changes 5.3.3 When employee demonstrates lack of understanding, insufficient skill, or

improper or lack of use.




5.3.4 Periodically as established by the ES Training Matrix

5.4 All PPE training will be tracked either using Training Tracker or equivalent training tracking system. (See EHS Procedure 07 Training).

6 Auditing

6.1 Each GEES site will conduct an annual audit of the site’s PPE program by performing a review of the Health & Safety Element 9.0 in the Power Systems EHS Scorecard or equivalent. In addition, both the individual sites and GEES EHS HQ shall update this procedure at least annually.

6.2 Monthly audits shall be conducted and documented to measure and verify compliance with

this procedure. This can be conducted in conjunction with routine walkthrough or other established audits (See EHS 08 Inspections and Housekeeping). Refer to Appendix C for site-specific audit template and example. Non-compliance with the PPE procedure shall be documented using Audit Tracker or equivalent tracking tool, and corrective or disciplinary actions implemented.

6.3 Program updates will incorporate the assessment findings, employee feedback,

reassessment on effectiveness, enforcement trends, injury and illness trends, and regulatory requirements.

7.0 Appendices

8.1 Appendix A Site Specific PPE Information

Attachment 1 PPE Matrix Attachment 2 PPE Selection Matrix 8.2 Appendix B Eye and Face Protection Selection Guide 8.3 Appendix C PPE Monthly Audit Template

8.0 References

8.1 ANSI Z41 ANSI Standard for Protective Footwear 8.2 ANSI Z87.1 ANSI Standard for Eye and Face Protection

8.3 ANSI Z89.1 ANSI Standard for Personal Protection –Protective Headwear for Industrial Workers Requirements

8.4 EHS Manual Glossary 8.5 EHS Procedure Respiratory Protection

8.6 EHS Procedure Hearing Conservation

8.7 EHS 02 Expectations and Appraisals

8.8 EHS 07 Training

8.9 EHS 12 Job Safety Analysis




8.10 EHS Manual EHS task specific procedures

9.0 Important Web Links

9.1 GE National Account for Safety Supplies Magid Glove and Safety Homepage 9.2 OSHA Requirements for PPE 29CFR1910 Subpart I

9.3 HSE Regulations Health & Safety Executive -UK Law

9.4 Resources/Regulations Regscan Tool

9.5 Resource ANSI Standards

9.6 NIOSH Back Brace Doc. NIOSH File on backbelts

9.7 Vendor Site 3M 3m Homepage

9.8 Vendor Site: Ansell Gloves Ansell Homepage

9.9 Vendor Site: North Gloves North Safety Homepage

9.10 Vendor Site: Prescription Glasses Titmus FAQ Page

9.11 Vendor Site: Safety Glasses Uvex Homepage

9.12 Vendor Site PPE Bacou-Dalloz Homepage

9.13 Vendor Site: Lab Safety (ESD, etc.) Lab Safety Supply Homepage

9.14 Vendor Site: Grainger Grainger

9.15 Vendor Site: Electrical PPE Salisbury Homepage

9.16 Vendor Site : Electrical PPE LTL Homepage

9.17 Dupont (PPE Web Site) Dupont PPE Webpage

9.18 Permeation Charts DuPont Permeation Charts

9.19 PPE Vendor sites Protective Suits Homepage

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APPENDIX A

SITE SPECIFIC PPE INFORMATION

1. Name and Location of Site Daguao CEIBA

2. Name of Site Manager: Citlalin Olivares

3. Name of Site EHS Representative or designee: Rosario L. Baglio

4. List the person responsible for the distribution of PPE and the storage location:

Controlled PPE

Responsible Person Storage Location

Respirators and Respirator Cartridges __________N/A____________ _____________________

NOMEX Clothing __________N/A____________ _____________________

HV Electrical Safety Gloves ________PREPA _________ ______PREPA _____

ESD _________________________ _____________________

Other __________________________ __________N/A____________ _____________________

Other __________________________ _________________________ _____________________

Other __________________________ _________________________ _____________________

Other __________________________ _________________________ _____________________

Uncontrolled PPE

Responsible Person Storage Location

Head Protection (Hard Hats) ___ Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Hand Protection (Gloves) ___ Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Body Protection (Tyvex Suits, Aprons) ___Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Foot Protection (Tyvex Booties) ___Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Eye/Face Protection ___Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Hearing Protection ___Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Heat/Cold Protection ___Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Other ___Safety-toed boot/shoe _ __ Field Engineer_(FE)_____ _FE Control

Other __________________________ _________________________ _____________________

Other __________________________ _________________________ _____________________

Other __________________________ _________________________ _____________________

5. Insert business specific PPE Matrix or Business PPE matrix is located:

Information Completed By: Citlalin A Olivares Date: 04/FEB/2009


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APPENDIX A

SITE SPECIFIC PPE INFORMATION (continued)

"OCS PPE Matrix.xls"

Attachment 2 –PPE Selection Matrix

PictureMatrix.xls


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APPENDIX B EYE AND FACE PROTECTION SELECTION GUIDE American National Standard Institute Z87.1.1989

OPERATIONS HAZARD PROTECTION TYPE (key following) LIMITATIONS NOT RECOMMENDED IMPACT: Chipping Grinding Machining Masonry Riveting Sanding

Flying Fragments or Objects Large Chips Particles Sand Dirt

B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, N. Spectacles with side shields, goggles, face shields.

Protective devices do not provide unlimited protection. Metal frame protective devices should not be used in electrical hazard areas.

Protectors that do not provide protection from side exposure. Filter or tinted lenses that restrict light transmittance, unless it is determined that a glare hazard exists.

HEAT Furnace Op. Pouring Casting Hot Dipping Gas Cutting Gas Welding

Hot Sparks Face shield over primary eye protection, goggles, and safety glasses with side protection. Operations involving heat may also involve optical radiation. Protection from both hazards shall be provided.

Safety glasses, cup and cover type goggles do not provide unlimited facial protection.

Protectors that do not provide protection from side exposure.

Splash from Molten Metals Face shields worn over goggles, H, K, N. Operations involving heat may also involve optical radiation. Protection from both hazards shall be provided. Face shields shall only be worn over primary eye protection.

Spectacles, cup and cover type goggles do not provide unlimited facial protection.


High Temperature Exposure N, Screen face shields, reflective face shields. Operations involving heat may also involve optical radiation. Protection from both hazards shall be provided. Face shields shall only be worn over primary eye protection.

Spectacles, cup and cover type goggles do not provide unlimited facial protection.


CHEMICALS: Acids Chemical Handling Degreasing Plating

Splash G, H, K, N. Goggle, eyecups, cover type. For severe exposure, use face shields.

Ventilation should be adequate, but well protected from splash entry.

Spectacles, welding helmets, hand shields.

Irritating Mist G, Special purpose goggles. Face shields shall only be worn over primary eye protection.

DUST: Wood Working Buffing General Dusty

Conditions

Nuisance Dust G, H, K. Goggles eyecup and cover types. Atmospheric conditions and the restricted ventilation of the protector can cause lenses to fog. Frequent cleaning may be required.

WELDING: Electric Arc

Glare O, P, Q. Welding helmets or welding shields shall be used only over primary eye protection. Spectacles with shaded or special purpose lenses, as suitable

Protection from optical radiation is directly related to filter lens density. Filter lenses shall meet the requirements for shade designation (see table following)

Protectors that do not provide protection from optical radiation.


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WELDING Gas Cutting Torch Blazing Torch Soldering

Glare J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q. Welding helmets or face shields shall only be used over primary eye protection. Spectacles with shaded or special purpose lenses, as suitable. For typical shades, see table following.

Protectors that do not provide protection from optical radiation.


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APPENDIX B

Eye and Face Protection Selection Guide (cont.)

PROTECTION DEVICES:

A. Spectacle, no side shield B. Spectacle, with side shield C. Spectacle, full side shield D. Spectacle, detachable side shield E. Spectacle, non-removable lens F. Spectacle, lift-front G. Cover Goggle, no ventilation H. Cover Goggle, indirect ventilation I. Cover Goggle, direct ventilation J. Cup Goggle, direct ventilation K. Cup Goggle, indirect ventilation L. Spectacle, headband temple M. Cover Welding Goggle, indirect ventilation N. Face Shield O. Welding Helmet, hand held P. Welding Helmet, stationary window Q. Welding Helmet, lift-front R. Mono-Goggles S. Chemical Mono-Goggles

FILTER LENS SHADE NUMBERS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST RADIANT ENERGY Welding Operation Shade Number Shielding metal-arc welding with 1/16, 3/32, 1/8 or 5/32” diameter electrodes 10

Gas-shielded arc welding (nonferrous) 1/16, 3/32 or 5/23” diameter electrodes 11

Gas-shielded arc welding (ferrous) 1/16, 3/32, 1/8 or 5/32” diameter electrodes 12

Shielded metal-arc welding 3/16, 7/32 or ¼” diameter electrodes 12

Shielded metal-arc welding 5/16 or 3/8” diameter electrodes 14

Atomic hydrogen welding 10 - 14

Carbon-arc welding 14

Soldering 2

Torch brazing 3 or 4

Light cutting, up to 1” 3 or 4

Medium cutting, 1” to 6” 4 or 5

Heavy cutting, over 6” 5 or 6

Gas welding (light), up to 1/8” 4 or 5

Gas welding (medium), 1/8” to ½” 5 or 6

Gas welding (heavy), over ½” 6 or 8


GE Energy Services -Company Confidential Effective Date: March 12, 2004 Approved by Greg Sbrocco

APPENDIX C PPE Compliance Monthly Audit Template Example

Performed By: Citlalin A Olivares Date: 04 FEB 2009

For each PPE requirement, evaluate whether it meets the criteria of this procedure, is worn properly and for the appropriate work activity or area. If it is not, document enforcement actions.

Personal Protective

Equipment

YES NO Enforcement

Actions?

Comments

All Site Personnel:

Safety Glasses X All

Hard Hats X All

Hard/Steel Toe Safety Shoes X All

Body Protection/Clothing X All

Other

Other PPE Requirements (wherappropriate):

Hand Protection X Mechanical Tech Only

Hearing Protection X All

Respiratory Protection

Fall Protection

Chemical Goggles

Face Shield

Other

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