PPE used in Horticulture

Which of these items are considered PPE?

• Gloves

• Water

• Wheelbarrow

• Mask

What PPE would you need for brush cutting?

• Boots

• Gloves

• Goggles

• Tie long hair back

Why would you wear overalls when working in a horticultural environment?

• To protect clothing

• To avoid loose clothing getting caught in tools

• To avoid toxic substances getting on skin or clothing

• You can pick your favourite colour overalls

Why would you have to tie hair back when using any mechanical tools or equipment?

• Long hair can get caught in equipment

• Hair that gets caught in an engine could cause damage

• Hair looks better in a hat or tied back

• Injury can be caused to the operator

When digging a drainage ditch what PPE is essential?

• Boots

• Gloves

• Goggles

• Overalls

When digging a drainage ditch why would you wear gloves?

• To avoid blisters

• To avoid splinters

• To keep hands soft

• You don't need gloves

What PPE is required when chemical spraying?

• Overalls

• Goggles

• Mask

• All of the above

Which jobs would require ear mufflers?

• Jack hammer

• Ride on lawn mower

• Digging with a spade

• All of the above

At what decibel level do employers have to provide hearing / ear protection?

• 100 decibels

• 25 decibels

• 1000 decibels

• 85 decibels

How loud is the average rock concert?

• 120 decibels

• 5 decibels

• 1000 decibels

• No idea