Course Outline

Introduction to NOM-017-STPS-2008

  • Purpose and scope of the standard for government operations, outlining its application in ensuring workplace safety.
  • Legal context and mandatory nature under STPS regulations, emphasizing the legal obligations for compliance.
  • Roles and responsibilities for employers and employees, detailing the specific duties each party must fulfill to maintain a safe work environment.

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

  • Types of workplace hazards that require personal protective equipment (PPE), including physical, chemical, and biological risks.
  • Job hazard analysis (JHA) and exposure evaluation processes for identifying potential hazards in various work settings.
  • Documenting hazard identification findings to ensure a systematic approach to risk management.

Selection and Use of PPE

  • Criteria for selecting the appropriate PPE, based on the specific hazards identified and the nature of the tasks performed.
  • Protective equipment categories, such as respiratory, hearing, visual, and body protection, tailored to different job roles and environments.
  • Compatibility and limitations of different PPE types, ensuring that selected equipment effectively mitigates identified risks without compromising functionality.

Training and Responsibilities

  • Employee training on PPE usage and care, covering proper donning, doffing, maintenance, and storage procedures.
  • Assigning and documenting responsibilities to ensure clear accountability for PPE management and compliance.
  • Ensuring ongoing awareness and compliance through regular refresher courses and monitoring activities.

Inspection, Maintenance, and Storage

  • Regular inspection procedures and frequency to verify the condition and effectiveness of PPE.
  • Cleaning, storage, and replacement protocols to maintain the integrity and functionality of protective equipment.
  • PPE lifecycle management and disposal practices to ensure environmental responsibility and safety standards are met.

Documentation and Compliance Verification

  • PPE program documentation requirements for government agencies, ensuring all necessary records are maintained and accessible.
  • Compliance audits and internal reviews to assess adherence to NOM-017-STPS-2008 standards and identify areas for improvement.
  • Checklist for evaluating NOM-017-STPS-2008 adherence, providing a structured framework for compliance verification.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • An understanding of general occupational health and safety principles is necessary.
  • Familiarity with workplace hazard identification is beneficial.
  • No prior certification or technical background is required.

Audience

  • Occupational safety and health professionals for government and private sectors
  • Supervisors and operations managers
  • Human resources and compliance officers
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