PPE protects you from hazards in your environment. Knowing the types of PPE available and how to use them properly can help you minimize your exposure to harm. Depending on your work situation, ...

Researchers describe a protocol for donning and doffing personal protective equipment in home settings for health care professionals who must interact with patients potentially infected with COVID-19.

In response to a 2005 request from the National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory (NPPTL) of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the National Academies of ...

Jennifer Schneider, a faculty-researcher at Rochester Institute of Technology, recently joined two national organizations to investigate and guide improved standards for use of personal protective ...

It is important for everyone on the job site to understand the importance of PPE, how to check for damage and ensure proper fit. While personal protective equipment is the last line of defense against ...

The use of PPE is often necessary to protect employees from injury or illness caused by exposure to chemicals and other workplace hazards such as: biologicals, radiation, physical, electrical, ...

General PPE training is available in Cornerstone and is mandatory for all employees who use personal protective equipment in the performance of their job duties. This training provides essential ...