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ISS Review

Easy Banana Split Safety Lines

https://princesspinkygirl.com/easy-banana-split-dessert-recipe/ Contributor: Rose Dawson
Summer is here and this easy banana split dessert recipe IT’S NOT PPE IF IT DOESN’T FIT!!
should be on the top of your to do list. It’s quick and delicious
and won’t take long to put together. Not only that, but it Personal protective equipment, or PPE, is designed
doesn’t require any baking or any ice cream. to protect personnel from workplace injuries or
illnesses resulting from contact with chemical,
Ingredients: Servings: 6 biological, physical, electrical, mechanical, or
other hazards in the workplace. General types of

• 1 package chocolate pudding PPE include hard hats, safety glasses, earplugs,
• 1 package banana pudding respirators, and safety shoes.

• Milk (see pudding instructions)
• 1 sliced banana HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS
• Crushed pretzels The last line of defense in the hierarchy of controls (pictured below)
• Whipped cream for hazards in the workplace is personal protective equipment (PPE),
• Chocolate powder the other controls have not eliminated or mitigated the hazard to a
• Maraschino cherries level of acceptable risk for the worker’s exposure.
PPE is often essential, due to some
Directions nature of risk to the person handling
equipment or performing task. The
Step 1 – Start things off by making the pudding. This only other controls are recommended, but
takes a couple of minutes and then let it sit for five (5) not always practical or feasible
minutes. depending on the task, frequency of
Step 2 – During the five (5) minutes of setting time, take the task, or environment.
pretzels and crush them. Next slice the banana to add to the Supervisors must be knowledgeable
banana pudding bowl. of the activities performed by
Step 3 – While you could probably make this dessert in a employees to ensure the proper PPE
9x13 dish, making these in single serving glasses is a viable is available for employees. Employees also need to communicate
option. with supervisors when they encounter unexpected or previously
Step 4 – Once you have the pudding set, layer the ingredients unrecognized hazards during their course of work.
in any order you like. As shown in the picture below we
started with chocolate. So, a layer of chocolate pudding, then HOW & WHEN TO WEAR PPE
pretzels, then banana pudding with sliced banana.
Step 5 – Once you have these layers done, place in ▪ SELECTION: Choosing the correct type of PPE must be
refrigerator until ready to serve. performed in collaboration between the supervisor and employee
Step 6 – When you are ready to serve, add the whipped to ensure that the PPE is documented for the specific hazard.
cream, sprinkle with powdered chocolate and top all off with ▪ TRAINING: Education for PPE must include where to obtain
a cherry. PPE, wearing PPE, the limitations of PPE, and other controls in
place associated with the task or activity to minimize risks or
hazards.
▪ FIT: The proper fit of the equipment is crucial for protection, if
the equipment is too tight or too loose, it can cause additional
problems. Check with supervisors or peers for proper fit of PPE.

▪ INSPECTION: Visually inspecting the equipment for defects or
deficiencies. If there is a defect, take the PPE out of service until
repaired or replaced.
▪ MAINTENANCE: Dirt, dust, and other materials can degrade
and/or interfere with intended use of PPE. Always follow
manufacturer’s recommendations (check online) for cleaning
PPE.
▪ REPLACEMANT/REMOVAL: When defects or deficiencies
are found, do not use PPE. Remove the equipment from service
and obtain new equipment.