Safety Workwear: Essential Clothing and PPE for Worker Protection

Head

- Hard hat that meets ANSI Z89.1 standards

- Safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards

- Face shield if there is a risk of flying debris or splashes

Body

- Flame-resistant or fire-retardant clothing if there is a risk of fire or explosion

- High-visibility clothing (HVSA) if working near traffic or in other hazardous areas

- Steel-toed shoes or boots that meet ANSI Z41.1 standards

- Safety harness and lanyard if working at heights

- Earplugs or ear muffs if working in a noisy environment

Hands

- Cut-resistant gloves if working with sharp objects

- Chemical-resistant gloves if working with hazardous chemicals

- Hot gloves if working with hot objects

Additional Gear

- First aid kit

- Portable fire extinguisher

- Radio or other communication device