Level 2 Award in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The Level 2 Award in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) offered by OXQUAL provides practical knowledge for selecting, fitting, using, inspecting and maintaining protective equipment within the workplace. The programme explains the role of PPE within the hierarchy of controls...
About this qualification
The Level 2 Award in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) offered by OXQUAL provides practical knowledge for selecting, fitting, using, inspecting and maintaining protective equipment within the workplace.
The programme explains the role of PPE within the hierarchy of controls and covers common forms of head, eye, face, hand, foot, hearing, respiratory and body protection. Learners also develop awareness of PPE limitations, maintenance requirements and the importance of appropriate employee training.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Introduction to Personal Protective Equipment
- Role of PPE in Workplace Risk Control
- Hierarchy of Controls
- Head Protection
- Eye and Face Protection
- Hearing Protection
- Respiratory Protection
- Hand Protection
- Foot Protection
- Body Protection
- Hazard Identification
- Risk Assessment and PPE Selection
- PPE Compatibility
- Correct Fitting and Wearing
- Safe Removal of PPE
- Inspection of PPE
- Cleaning and Maintenance
- Storage of Protective Equipment
- Limitations of PPE
- Employee Training and Supervision
- PPE Failure Reporting
- Responsible PPE Disposal
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Safety Officers and Supervisors
- Industrial Workers
- Construction Workers
- Health and Safety Professionals
- Site Engineers and Foremen
- Maintenance Personnel
- Individuals responsible for selecting or supervising PPE use
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Understand the role and limitations of PPE.
- Recognise different categories of protective equipment.
- Select PPE according to workplace hazards.
- Improve fitting and use of protective equipment.
- Conduct routine PPE inspections.
- Maintain and store PPE appropriately.
- Identify damaged or unsuitable equipment.
- Improve workplace PPE training and supervision.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Format: Multiple-choice questions.
- Total Questions: 30.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 60 minutes.
- Mode: Online or paper-based.
- Result Criteria: Pass or fail.
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