Personal protective equipment (PPE) is clothing or equipment designed to be worn by someone to protect them from the risk of injury or illness. PPE can include:
- hearing protective devices, such as ear muffs and ear plugs
- respiratory protective equipment
- eye and face protection, such as safety glasses and face shields
- safety helmets
- fall arrest harnesses for working at heights
- skin protection, such as gloves, gauntlets and sunscreen
- clothing, such as high visibility vests, life jackets and coveralls
- footwear, such as safety boots and rubber boots.