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Personal protective equipment (PPE)

• The mandatory PPE for all personnel working on this project is
a Hard hat, Safety glasses, Hi-Vis vest, Safety boots & Safety
gloves.
• PPE must be in good condition, free of defect and in place
4. Personal Protective Equipment
before entering defined construction zones.

• Hard hats – Did you know that hard hats have a limited shelf
life and must be replaced as outlined by the manufacturer.
(Generally this is only 3 to 5 years.) Your name must be clearly
displayed on your hat.

• Hi-Visibility vests or jackets must be worn at all times. These
must be clean, in good condition and reflective.
• Safety boots must be a laced type boot with steel toe cap and
steel mid-sole. We do not permit rigger boots or safety
shoes/ runners.
• Eye protection is required at all times. Please remember that
light eye protection is a minimum. You may need more robust
eye protection when using power tools.
• Safety gloves are mandatory at all times in construction areas.
Gloves must be suited to the task and as a minimum you must
wear gloves with a cut rating of 4 or greater. You are not
permitted to remove your gloves for any task. Tasks that
require dexterity may require a fingerless glove. (Check with
your supervisor)
• Jacobs operates a long sleeve policy on this project. This
ensures arms are protected from cuts or abrasions.
• Hearing protection may be required.

1 Visual Standards | Feb. 2019