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... physical and psychological stress. Preformed or molded ear plugs should be individually fitted by a professional. Waxed cotton, foam, or Fiberglas wool earplugs are self-forming. Disposable earplugs should be used once and thrown away; non-disposable ones should be cleaned after each use. OSHA has promulgated a final rule on requirements for a hearing conservation program. Information on the program is available from the closest OSHA office. ARM AND HAND PROTECTION Burns, cuts, electrical shock, amputation, and absorption of chemicals are also examples of hazards associated with arm and hand injuries. A wide assortment of gloves, hand pads, sleeves, and wristlets is available for protection from these hazards. The devices should be selected to fit the specific task. Rubber is considered the best material for insulating gloves and sleeves. Rubber materials ... , 66% were wearing safety shoes, protective footwear, or heavy-duty shoes or boots; 33% wore regular street shoes. Of those wearing safety shoes, 85% were injured because the object hit an unprotected part of the shoe or boot. For protection against falling or rolling objects, sharp objects, molten metal, hot surfaces, and wet, slippery surfaces, workers should use appropriate foot guards, safety shoes or boots and leggings. Safety shoes should be sturdy and have an impact-resistant toe. Shoes must meet ANSI standards. EYE AND FACE PROTECTION The injured workers surveyed indicated that eye and face protection was not normally used or practiced in their work areas, or that it was not required for the type of work performed at the time of the accident. Almost one-third of face injuries ...

...rkers should use appropriate foot guards, safety shoes or boots and leggings. ... Hard hats Gloves or palm guards Eye and face protection ...