Personal Protective Equipment - EcoWater CHC Series Service And Troubleshooting Manual

4.5 EcoWater strongly recommends the use of PPE to protect yourself. Equipment on our skids
are heavy and we recommend the use of Steel Toe Safety shoes whenever servicing requires the
removal or installation of any heavy items.
The use of gloves is recommended whenever damage or cuts may be possible. It is up to you to use the
gloves that were provided for your use.
The use of eye protection is recommended whenever you are at a customer site. If you are using any
power equipment, you ARE REQUIRED use the appropriate eye wear. If you are using any chemicals,
you MUST use the appropriate eye wear. If you have prescription safety eye wear, you MUST use
your prescribed eye wear whenever possible.
If using any strong chemicals, refer to the MSDS sheet or contact EcoWater CHC for further PPE
requirements that must be used. Respirators, face shields, protective clothing and gloves MAY BE
REQUIRED AND MUST be used if recommended by the MSDS sheet or by EcoWater.
NEVER assume you will be alright, ALWAY protect yourself, use the prescribed PPE.
If you will be working on a ladder or scaffolding higher than 10 feet, you must work with another
person and you must follow tie off rules and use a safety harness. If you do not have one, one will be
provided for you or one can be purchased for your use (Verify that the specifications meet your
intended use.
If you are working at a new facility or any other facility where construction is in progress you must
wear a bump cap to protect you head.
The customer site may require the use of specific PPE, Always ask what PPE is required, if the
customer will not provide it, you will have to obtain it.
If the customer requires you to go through any specific Safety Training, please do.
Contact EcoWater CHC to identify that customer as a customer requiring additional safety training.
Safely using your PPE-
 Always clean and inspect your PPE.
 If your PPE is damaged, you must replace it.
 If you are unsure how to use your PPE, then ask.
 Protect yourself, your body is the only one you have.
 Follow Procedures.
 Your brain is the most important PPE.
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