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Personal protective equipment (PPE) is equipment worn to minimize exposure to a variety of hazards. Examples of PPE include such items as gloves, foot and eye protections, protective hearing devices (earplugs, muffs), hard hats, respirators, and full body suits. Learn more about PPE in this blog post.
You’ll need different types of PPE for different jobs. Evaluate each job individually to determine if additional PPE is required. Each job and job site will have its differences and may require extra equipment to keep you safe.
Here are the common types of PPE required for typical sewer and drain cleaning jobs:
PPE for a Typical Cable Machine Job
Gloves
Drain cleaning techs should wear two pairs of gloves: a nitrile glove to protect the skin from harmful chemicals or germs, with a textured glove (such as Rubber Ugly® gloves embedded with PVC chips or metal-reinforced leather gloves) on top. The textured glove increases the technician’s grip on the cable, and reduces the risk of fingers or hands getting entangled.
Hard Hat
Hard hats are necessary in confined spaces or in environments where falling objects are a potential hazard.
Boots
Rubber work boots with metatarsal guards are highly recommended.
Goggles
Goggles enclose and protect the area surrounding the eye. They prevent foreign matter, including harmful liquids and flying debris, from striking the eyes. A face shield over safety glasses may be worn in some circumstances.
You should evaluate each job individually to determine if additional PPE is required. Each job and job site will have its differences and may require extra equipment to keep you safe. Remember: when in doubt, wear the PPE.
