Glossary
What is Personal protective equipment (PPE)?
A garment or item worn specifically to protect the wearer from an identified workplace hazard, such as high visibility, flame, heat or chemical exposure, distinct from workwear worn mainly for durability.
This term in other languages
| Arabic | معدات الوقاية الشخصية |
|---|---|
| French | Équipement de protection individuelle (EPI) |
| Turkish | Kişisel koruyucu donanım (KKD) |
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What makes uniforms, workwear and PPE different from other garments
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