Have you ever thought about wearing personal protective equipment, or PPE, while you’re caring for routine tasks around your home, or performing DIY home improvement projects? PPE is used to protect yourself from a wide variety of safety hazards, and PPE comes in many different forms. Here are just a few areas around your house where you might consider wearing PPE.
In our modern age, chemicals have become an everyday necessity. Whether you’re killing weeds, cleaning countertops, or washing the car, you are probably dealing with some kind of chemical. These can be hazardous if they get into your eyes or skin. Might it be a good idea to wear safety glasses and/or gloves?
While many people might not think of wearing a hard hat around the house, there are a lot of hazards that a hard hat can protect you from. If you’re cleaning the gutters, a hard hat can protect your head in the event of a fall. If you’re cutting tree limbs, it can keep you safe from falling branches.
