does PPE apply? Field of application 4 General provisions 5 T o market PPE, what are the necessary requirements? Marketing and use 6 Organizational Responsibilities 7 Worker's responsibilities
on occupational health and safety 10 Certificate of approval 11 Description of the equipment and its components 12 Occupational risk x PPE 13 Protection restrictions and limitations 14 Proper use and adjustment 15 Maintenance and replacement; and 16 Cleaning, sanitation, storage and conservation care Safety barriers 17
3,214, OF JUNE 8, 1978, IN ORDER TO REGULATE ARTICLES 166 AND 167 OF THE CONSOLIDATION OF LABOR LAWS (CLT), AS AMENDED BY LAW NO. 6,514, OF DECEMBER 22, 1977, WHICH AMENDED CHAPTER V (OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND MEDICINE) OF TITLE II OF THE CLT. REGULATORY STANDARD NO. 6 (NR-06), AS CLASSIFIED IN SIT ORDINANCE NO. 787, OF NOVEMBER 29, 2018, IS A SPECIAL STANDARD, SINCE IT REGULATES THE EXECUTION OF WORK USING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), WITHOUT BEING CONDITIONED TO SPECIFIC SECTORS OR ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES. INTRODUCTION
organizations that purchase PPE, to workers who use them, as well as to manufacturers and importers of PPE. In summary, all branches need to apply NR-06. CL T-Article 166 The Company is obliged to provide employees, free of charge, with Personal Protective Equipment appropriate to the risk and in perfect condition and functioning, whenever general measures do not offer complete protection against the risks of accidents and damage to the health of employees. Regulatory Standard No. 6 (NR-06), as classified in SIT Ordinance No. 787, of November 29, 2018, is a special standard, since it regulates the execution of work using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), without being conditioned to specific sectors or economic activities.
to be the device or product for individual use used by the worker, designed and manufactured to offer protection against occupational risks existing in the work environment. General provisions
or used with the indication of the Certificate of Approval - CA, issued by the competent national body in matters of occupational health and safety. Marketing and use CL T-Article 167 Protective equipment will only be put up for sale or used with the indication of the MTE Approval Certificate (CA).
to the risk, in perfect condition and functioning, in the situations provided for in subitem 1.5.5.1.2 of the Regulatory Standard No. 01 (NR-01) - General Provisions and Occupational Risk Management, observing the hierarchy of prevention measures; Organizational Responsibilities It is up to the organization, regarding PPE: a) only purchase what is approved by the competent national body in matters of occupational health and safety; b) guide and train the employee;
or an electronic system, including a biometric system; e) require its use; f) be responsible for cleaning and periodic maintenance, when these procedures are applicable, in accordance with the information provided by the manufacturer or importer; g) replace immediately when damaged or lost; and h) report any irregularity observed to the competent national body responsible for occupational health and safety.
information, in compliance with the recommendations in the instruction manual provided by the manufacturer or importer of the PPE, in particular on: description of the equipment and its components; occupational risk against which the PPE offers protection; restrictions and limitations of protection; proper way of use and adjustment; maintenance and replacement; and cleaning, sanitation, storage and conservation care.
with the provisions of item 6.5.2; b) use only for its intended purpose; c) be responsible for cleaning, storage and conservation; d) notify the organization when it is lost, damaged or undergoes any alteration that makes it unsuitable for use; and e) comply with the organization's determinations on proper use. Worker's responsibilities The worker is responsible for, with regard to PPE:
comply with the provisions of . Training and information on occupational health and safety No. 1 The employer must promote the training and qualification of workers, in accordance with the provisions of NR.
as provided for in the NR, a certificate must be issued containing the name and signature of the worker, program content, workload, date, location of the training, name and qualification of the instructors and signature of the technical person responsible for the training. Training should include: a) initial training; b) periodic training; and c) occasional training. INITIAL TRAINING MUST TAKE PLACE BEFORE THE W ORKER BEGINS HIS/HER DUTIES OR W ITHIN THE TIMEFRAME SPECIFIED IN NR. ATTENTION!
CA, issued by the competent national body in matters of occupational health and safety; b) sell the PPE with an instruction manual in Portuguese, providing guidance on its use, maintenance, cleaning and sanitation processes, restrictions and other references to its use; c) market the PPE with the markings provided for in this standard; Responsibilities of the manufacturer and importers It is the responsibility of the PPE manufacturer and importer to:
that gave rise to the CA; and e) promote, when requested and if technically possible, the adaptation of PPE holding a CA for people with disabilities, preserving its effectiveness.
regulations issued by the competent national body for occupational health and safety. The CA granted to the PPE is valid for the period of conformity assessment defined in the regulation issued by the competent national body in matters of occupational health and safety. Certificate of approval THE PPE MUST BE SOLD WITH A VALID CA. ATTENTION!
considered as PPE, as well as proposals for re-examination of those listed here, must be evaluated by the competent national body responsible for occupational health and safety. the roads that collect and distribute the flow of vehicles between expressways and arterial roads.
used by the worker, consisting of several devices that the manufacturer has combined to combat one or more occupational risks existing in the work environment. lanyard belt energy absorber DESCRIPTION OF THE EQUIPMENT AND ITS COMPONENTS
the skull. JUGULAR Its purpose is to prevent the PPE from coming loose from your head upon impact. The primary function of a safety helmet is to protect the employee's head, particularly against impacts that may occur in construction environments, such as: falling items from upper floors; impacts from equipment; damage caused by falls from heights, among others.
prolonged noise and prevent subsequent hearing damage, you should wear hearing protection when working in noisy environments – whether in the garden or on construction sites, as well as in industry and workshops.
of safety masks that must be used according to the chemical risk present in the environment, these gases being: CO²-carbon dioxide; H2S-hydrogen sulfide; Hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide; and Methane etc.
potential threats to the life or health of employees, arising from elements and conditions present in the work environment. “Combination of the probability of injury or health damage caused by a dangerous event, exposure to a harmful agent or work activity requirement and the severity of that injury or health damage”.
ITS COMPONENTS” that the PPE manufacturing industry supplies numerous types of equipment to protect against the risks below. Physical risks NOISE: resulting from oscillations caused by vibrations, noise can trigger various levels of hearing loss (deafness), as well as fatigue, irritability, headaches and other health problems. Machinery and equipment are among the main sources of this risk. HEAT: Continuous exposure to heat can lead to dehydration, heatstroke, skin rashes, and even psychoneurotic disorders. Exposure to sunlight during outdoor activities and proximity to machinery are conditions that increase this occupational risk.
of activities that can be carried out at low temperatures, increasing the chances of respiratory problems, cracks, wounds and frostbite. PRESSURE: Environments with abnormal pressure levels can cause eardrum rupture and other problems for workers. Activities involving divers, compressed air pipelines, and drilling machines are some examples. HUMIDITY: Electroplating and cleaning are among the sectors that most expose workers to excessive humidity, threatening the functioning of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems and increasing the possibility of workplace accidents such as falls.
potentially absorbed by the body. Radiation disrupts the body's functioning at various levels, with one of the most well-known problems being the carcinogenic potential of X-rays (ionizing radiation). VIBRATION: Localized or generalized (whole-body), vibrations can trigger conditions such as back pain, bone loss (osteoporosis), and spinal and joint injuries. Tractor and truck drivers are examples of workers exposed to vibrations.
are among the diseases transmitted by viral contamination. BACTERIA: are capable of triggering infectious conditions such as tuberculosis, pneumonia and meningitis, as well as other illnesses such as tetanus. PROTOZOANS: malaria and toxoplasmosis are some pathologies caused by these microorganisms. FUNGI: mycoses, pneumocystosis and fungal sinusitis are diseases caused by molds, mushrooms and other species of fungi.
inadequate physical and technological conditions that can lead to injuries of greater or lesser severity. Height; and Electric shock In both risks the causes can be: Machinery and equipment with obsolete technologies or without adaptations to prevent accidents Poor physical arrangement, increasing factors such as physical effort Inadequate, defective or damaged work instruments Inappropriate electrical installations Lack of safety signs in hazardous areas Lack of collective or individual protection measures.
arise from the relationship between man and his work. When physical and mental health protection measures are not adopted, problems such as fatigue, gastritis, anxiety and RSI/WMSDs may arise. Repetitive Strain Injuries and Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders are triggered by factors such as poor posture, overload of activities and excessive force to perform tasks.
such as: Imposition of an intense work routine Toxic environment due to excessive demands, high competitiveness, bullying, moral or sexual harassment, etc. Long working hours Monotony Repetitive tasks Stress Weightlifting Night work.
device used to protect the health and safety of workers in the workplace. The primary function of PPE is to reduce or minimize exposure to chemical, biological, or physical agents. Incorrect use, that is, failure to comply with the rules set by the manufacturer, can lead to serious accidents.
account: Physical size of the employee, Use of contact lenses, Sensitivity to compounds present in the PPE, Concomitant use with other PPE. Security; and Proper adjustment of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is essential to ensure: Comfort
important activities to ensure safety at work. Expiration date; The existence of replacement parts; Condition of use; and Exposed risk. Changing PPE depends on several factors, such as:
(PPE) is important to ensure it functions properly and lasts longer, ensuring employee safety. The employee is responsible for the storage and conservation of PPE, while the employer is responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the equipment.
label. Avoid abrasive or corrosive products Clean after each use Store in a dry, shaded place. To sanitize and maintain PPE, it is important to: Avoid friction between equipment in the warehouse Ensure PPE is completely dry before storing.
of strategies, plans and management practices adopted by the company to promote the safe operation of assets and logistics activities and maintain the readiness of emergency response systems to mitigate impacts on human life, the environment, infrastructure and reputation. PPE REDUCES INJURIES IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. THERE IS NO POINT IN USING IT WITHOUT FIRST COMPLYING WITH THE OTHER BARRIERS.