Employers are required under OSHA’s General Industry standard 1910.132 to assess the workplace for hazards and determine appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). This free online PPE Hazard Assessment Tool helps safety managers, EHS professionals, and employers quickly evaluate risks and generate a recommended list of PPE based on specific job tasks, environmental hazards, and exposed body parts.
Whether you're handling chemicals, welding, grinding, or working around electrical hazards, PPE is essential for protecting employees from injury and ensuring regulatory compliance. This assessment follows OSHA guidelines and provides grouped recommendations for head, eye, face, hand, foot, respiratory, and hearing protection. Each item includes a description and links to relevant OSHA standards, helping users make informed safety decisions.
Use the form below to identify required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) based on job tasks and hazards. Generate a printable checklist for your workplace PPE hazard assessment, and ensure your team is protected according to the latest safety regulations.
