Emergency Medical Response

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Personal Protective Guide

Job Task:  Emergency Medical Response

Hazards:  Exposure to vehicle traffic, infectious disease, and back injuries due to lifting

Although other exposures exist, they are not controlled by personal protective equipment; therefore, they are not indicated in this manual.

Recommended Personal Protective Equipment:

RecommendedEquipment
Hard Hat
XSafety Glasses
Googles
XFace Shield
XGloves (Leather or Rubber)
XRespirator (Medical Mask)
Hearing Protection
Safety Shoes/Boots
Chemical Resistant Clothing
Apron
Long Sleeve Shirt/Pants
Reflective Garment/Vest
Fall Protection
XOther (Inhalers)

Additional Comments:  Avoid contact with bodily fluids.  Dispose of needles, sharps and contaminated waste in biohazard containers.  Use respirators/inhalers/pocket masks when necessary.

Reviewed: 2/2015 by Risk Management and Departmental Safety Committees