Course Outline

Introduction to NOM-017-STPS-2008

  • Purpose and scope of the standard for government agencies and private entities
  • Legal context and mandatory nature under STPS regulations for government compliance
  • Roles and responsibilities for employers and employees within public sector workflows

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

  • Types of workplace hazards that necessitate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Job hazard analysis (JHA) and exposure evaluation procedures
  • Documenting findings from hazard identification processes for government review

Selection and Use of PPE

  • Criteria for selecting appropriate PPE to ensure safety and compliance
  • Categories of protective equipment, including respiratory, hearing, visual, and body protection
  • Compatibility and limitations of various PPE types in government settings

Training and Responsibilities

  • Employee training on the proper usage and care of PPE for government personnel
  • Assigning and documenting responsibilities to ensure accountability
  • Maintaining ongoing awareness and compliance with PPE requirements for government operations

Inspection, Maintenance, and Storage

  • Regular inspection procedures and frequency for government facilities
  • Cleaning, storage, and replacement protocols to maintain PPE integrity
  • PPE lifecycle management and disposal practices for government agencies

Documentation and Compliance Verification

  • Requirements for documenting the PPE program in alignment with public sector standards
  • Compliance audits and internal reviews to ensure adherence to regulations for government entities
  • Checklist for evaluating NOM-017-STPS-2008 compliance in government organizations

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

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

Audience

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