Safety helmets must be worn in all designated areas. They are a very important part of the safety equipment provided to you.
You should inspect your helmet prior to each use for cracks and any damage and ensure that it is fitted and adjusted correctly. These should be no older than three years.
You should never wear a helmet following an impact. Never put stickers on your helmet unless the glue has been tested not to damage to the helmet. Don’t write on your helmet with permanent marker pens/spray paint as they can adversely affect the plastic of the helmet and never modify your helmet in any way.
Safety glasses
There are various types of eye protection available and it is important that the correct type is used. Eye protection is a major consideration especially when working in dusty or windy environments or when using power tool. Eye protection must comply with standards particularly AS/NZS 1337 and AS/NZS 1338.
Hearing protection
Noise induced hearing loss is a major health and safety concerning the building and construction industry and is one of the least considered risks in the workplace.
Short term exposure to loud noise can cause damage to your hearing
There are two main types of hearing protection, ear plugs and ear muffs. When fitting ear plugs particular care must be taken to ensure that the plugs are fitted correctly and the plugs and your hands are clean when fitting. Dirty hands or plugs can result in ear infections.Ear muffs should be clean and precautions should be taken to ensure they fit correctly and are maintained prior to use.
A good “rule of thumb” to indicate when you need to wear hearing protection is:
‘If you need to raise your voice to understand a person standing at 1 metre or arms length due to the environmental noise, the noise level may be 85DB or above and hearing protection should be worn’.