Master the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Gain critical skills in selection, fit, use, and maintenance to protect yourself from workplace hazards and ensure safety compliance.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is essential for safeguarding workers against workplace hazards. While considered a critical layer, it's most effective when part of a comprehensive safety approach.
This course, "Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)", delves into the vital role PPE plays in reducing risk and preventing injury. You'll learn not only what PPE is, but why and how to use it correctly within the broader context of safety regulations and hazard control.
Key areas covered in this course include:
By completing this course, you will enhance your ability to select, use, and care for PPE effectively, contributing to a safer work environment for yourself and others.
Trainer | Mentor | Performance Driven | Hands-On Trouble Shooter
John Duplessis, B.Sc., CRSP, is a recognized leader in Occupational Health & Safety (OH\&S), dedicated to helping organizations build safer, more resilient workplaces. With over 30 years of experience in high-risk sectors—including oil & gas, construction, green energy, and manufacturing—John has built a reputation for translating complex safety legislation and standards into clear, practical strategies that drive measurable results. An internationally respected trainer and consultant, John has delivered programs across Canada and abroad on topics such as ISO 45001 implementation, incident investigation, safety leadership, and building strong safety cultures. His approach emphasizes leadership at every level—engaging executives, supervisors, and front-line workers alike—to foster systems that balance top-down accountability with bottom-up input. John’s career includes senior safety roles in major energy and construction firms, as well as decades of consulting, auditing, and mentoring.
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