Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Policy
Protecting our people through proper safety equipment
Forhill Limited is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, contractors, visitors, and other persons who may be affected by our operations.
We recognize that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is an essential component of our overall hazard control strategy and serves as the last line of defense against workplace risks where hazards cannot be eliminated or adequately controlled through engineering or administrative measures.
It is the policy of Forhill Limited to provide suitable Personal Protective Equipment, at no cost to employees where applicable, and to ensure that all PPE is properly selected, maintained, inspected, stored, and used in accordance with applicable legal requirements, industry best practices, and Standards.
Types of PPE Provided
Head Protection
Safety helmets and hard hats for protection against falling objects and head impacts
Eye & Face Protection
Safety glasses, goggles, and face shields for protection against flying particles and chemical splashes
Hearing Protection
Earplugs and earmuffs for protection against excessive noise levels
Hand Protection
Safety gloves for protection against cuts, abrasions, chemicals, and electrical hazards
Foot Protection
Safety boots and shoes with steel toes and slip-resistant soles
Respiratory Protection
Respirators and masks for protection against airborne hazards and dust
Body Protection
High-visibility vests, coveralls, and protective clothing for body coverage
Fall Protection
Safety harnesses and lanyards for working at heights
Our PPE Commitments
Forhill Limited is committed to:
Hazard Identification
Identifying workplace hazards and assessing the need for appropriate PPE through risk assessments.
Suitable Equipment
Providing PPE that is suitable for the identified hazards, fits the wearer correctly, and complies with relevant national and international standards.
Training & Education
Ensuring employees receive adequate training on the correct selection, use, limitations, maintenance, storage, inspection, and disposal of PPE.
Mandatory Use
Requiring the mandatory use of designated PPE in all identified work areas and activities.
Inspection & Maintenance
Regularly inspecting, maintaining, replacing, and monitoring PPE to ensure it remains effective and serviceable.
Employee Consultation
Consulting with employees and encouraging their participation in improving PPE practices and workplace safety.
Compliance Monitoring
Monitoring compliance with this policy through supervision, inspections, audits, and corrective actions where necessary.
Continuous Improvement
Continually reviewing and improving our PPE management processes as part of our commitment to continual improvement in occupational health and safety performance.
Communication & Awareness
This policy shall be communicated to all employees, subcontractors, and interested parties, and be pasted at strategic areas in the work environment.
PPE Do's & Don'ts
DO's
- Always wear the required PPE for your task
- Inspect your PPE before each use
- Report damaged or defective PPE immediately
- Store PPE properly when not in use
- Clean and maintain PPE as recommended
- Replace PPE when it reaches its expiry date
- Seek training on proper PPE use
DON'Ts
- Don't use damaged or defective PPE
- Don't modify or alter PPE
- Don't share personal PPE items
- Don't wear PPE that doesn't fit properly
- Don't ignore PPE training requirements
- Don't use PPE beyond its intended purpose
- Don't forget to inspect PPE regularly