Personal Protective Equipment

Employers have duties under The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 and other Regulations like the Noise at Work Regulations to ensure that personal protective equipment is supplied and used at work where needed.

Examples of protective equipment include gloves, safety helmets, high visibility jackets. goggles, safety harnesses and ear defenders.

The employer must carefully consider dangers in the workplace and decide whether personal protective equipment should be provided to any employee who may be exposed to a risk to their health and safety while at work.

The employer must ensure that any protective equipment provided is suitable, that it is maintained (including cleaning and replacement) and that employees know how to use it properly.

If you have been involved in an accident at work and suffered an injury because your employer has not complied with the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations then you may be entitled to pursue a claim for compensation.

Don't delay, contact the Paul Rooney Partnership who have the experience and expertise to help you make a work accident compensation claim.