Personal Protective Guide
Job Task: Street Sweeping
Hazards: Exposure to dust and noise, vehicle accident exposures, and falls from vehicle while entering and exiting
Although other exposures exist, they are not controlled by personal protective equipment; therefore, they are not indicated in this manual.
Recommended Personal Protective Equipment:
| Recommended | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Hard Hat | |
| X | Safety Glasses |
| Googles | |
| Face Shield | |
| Gloves (Leather/Chemical Resistive) | |
| X | Respirator |
| X | Hearing Protection (Outside of Cab) |
| X | Safety Shoes/Boots |
| Chemical Resistant Clothing | |
| Apron | |
| Long Sleeve Shirt/Pants | |
| X | Reflective Garment/Vest |
| Fall Protection | |
| X | Other (Seat Belt) |
Additional Comments: Use an appropriate respirator if conditions warrant. Reflective vests should be worn when working in or near roadways if outside the vehicle. Use the three points of contact techniques when mounting and dismounting from the cab. Do not jump from the cab to ground.
Reviewed: 2/2015 by Risk Management and Departmental Safety Committees