PPE Training
Our IOSH Approved PPE Training ensures that employees understand the importance of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and can use it correctly and maintain it properly.
This course supports organisations to comply with health and safety legislation, including the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992, by reducing the risk of workplace accidents in high-risk environments.
Promoting proper PPE usage and maintenance can also extend equipment lifespan which can mean significant cost savings for businesses.
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PPE Training
An essential, in-depth course that supports staff in understanding the correct use, maintenance, and limitations of personal protective equipment, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and standards.
£25
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Who should take the course?
PPE Training is suitable for anyone whose job requires them to wear PPE, such as those who work in the construction industry.
Course duration
The PPE course online takes approximately 25 to 30 minutes to complete.
Course aims
By the end of PPE Training, participants will:
- Understand the limitations and purpose of PPE.
- Be able to identify different types of PPE and the purpose of each.
- Know the importance of using PPE according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Be able to perform checks to ensure PPE is safe before use.
- Know how to store PPE correctly and understand why this is important.
- Know an employer’s and employee’s responsibilities under regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Course accreditations
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
Benefits of PPE Training
- Supports compliance with the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
- Employees learn how to select, wear and maintain PPE correctly, extending the lifespan of equipment and ensuring it provides maximum protection.
- Developed by qualified and experienced health and safety professionals with many years of experience in delivering training solutions.
- PPE Training can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
- Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout.
- Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go.
- Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding.
How is it delivered?
PPE Training is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – Compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
Course Overview
Introduction
What PPE equipment is for and the limitations. Looking at where PPE is in the hierarchy of risk controls.
Choosing PPE
The risks for which PPE is needed considering the job to be undertaken, the health of the person to be protected and the environment and surrounding conditions.
Know your PPE
The types of PPE available and the scenarios in which each kind of PPE may be used.
Why it is important to use PPE according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Care of PPE and personal responsibilities
The checks employees must carry out to make sure PPE is safe to use and is safely disposed of.
PPE assessment
How to assess whether PPE is suitable for use, considering examination, testing, ready for use checks, cleaning, repair and replacement.
PPE storage
How PPE must be stored so that it continues to be effective.
Training
The practical and theoretical training employers must provide to ensure PPE is used safely and correctly, and what training should cover.
Employer’s and employee’s duties
What an employer’s and employee’s duties are regarding the use of PPE under the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 and the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
Respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
The types of RPE and the purpose.
Step by step instructions on how to fit RPE correctly.
How to maintain RPE and when to replace it, considering particulate filters, disposable masks and gas/vapour filters.
Dos and don’ts for using respirators safely.
Eye and face protection
Hazards to eyes and face including dust, gas, liquid and vapour.
Types of eye and face protection available and how to ensure equipment is used safely and well maintained.
Head and neck protection
Hazards to the head and neck, the different types of head protection available, how to wear head protection correctly, how to store it and when it should be replaced.
Hand and arm protection
Hazards to the hands and arms including temperature, cuts, chemicals, radiation, prolonged immersion in water, abrasions, impact, electric shocks and biological agents.
Types of protection that can be used to protect hands and arms, including different types of gloves.
The dos and don’ts of hand and arm PPE and hygiene practices to follow.
Hearing protection
Looking at the situations when hearing protection must be worn, noise action levels and an employer’s responsibilities, particularly relating to workplace health surveillance.
Types of hearing protection and when each is suitable.
How to fit different types of hearing protection correctly, and how to test whether ear protection is working properly.
The dos and don’ts of using hearing protection equipment.
Body protection
Looking at the following types of protection and when to use them, including:
- Coveralls and foot protection
- Leg protection
- Foot and leg protection
- Body protection including high visibility clothing, life jackets, safety harnesses, chemical/ hazmat suits, boiler suits, and conventional or disposable overalls.
Personal fall protection.
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- Fully interactive – online learning
- Certified training – created by experts
- Perfect for smaller businesses and sole traders starting out
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- Control – central dashboard
- Reporting – monitor training progress
- Ideal for mid-sized SMEs needing to deploy training at scale
Call us – Enterprise pricing
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- Comprehensive – over 50 courses
- Support – 1-2-1 account management
- Perfect for larger businesses needing a wide variety of training
FAQs
What industries is this PPE course suitable for
Our personal protective equipment training is designed for a range of high-risk industries, including construction, manufacturing, and healthcare, as well as any workplace where employees are required to wear personal protective equipment as part of their daily tasks.
Is there a way to customise this course to include our organisation’s specific PPE protocols?
Yes, we offer bespoke customisation options to incorporate your specific PPE protocols or branding. Please contact us to discuss customisation options tailored to your organisation’s needs.
What happens if my team needs refresher training?
We recommend refresher training at intervals suited to your industry’s risk level and regulatory requirements. Our course can be revisited anytime within the purchase period, and we also offer refresher options if required.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
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