Your PPE?

JohN Dee · 25th May 2007, 01:19 AM

Just thinking/posting of PPE I thought I'd ask around what you guys wear? This isn't a rag bs(WorkCover/Safe) post I'm just curious to see what gets supplied and what you supply.

So if you are the Employer tell us what PPE you provide and what your policies are(Regarding PPE). If you're an employee tell us what gets supplied to and what policies you have to follow.

My PPE that is supplied is:
Stihl Hard hat
Hard hat mounted ear muffs (35Db block)
Stihl Safety Glasses Anti-Fog The upgrade to Anti-Fogs was well worth it. I used to have to dump the safety's all the time due to them fogging up, but with these blokes they havn't fogged once.
Riggers leather gloves
Hi Vis shirt or A - One uniform
Steel Caps
Backbraces
Soon to come chainsaw pants.

The policies that are in place regarding PPE is basically wear the PPE or go home (literally). I'm currently in the process of documenting my procedures and polices.

Ekka · 25th May 2007, 01:28 AM

Errr work for miself mate, stubbies and thongs ... builders crack supplied free of charge.

Haha, just kidding.

Employees to supply own PPE, failure to do so I will supply but it's mine, when employee leaves PPE stays, if employee loses them I replace but deduct from pay.

Message is, it's your PERSONAL protective equipment, just like ya undies and socks, get acquainted with them.

JayD · 25th May 2007, 01:36 AM

builders crack supplied free of charge.

I hope you supply UV protection for your swipy

LOL...

yooper · 26th May 2007, 09:13 PM

I do all my work with my wife but I try to be strict with with both of our ppe. especialy with hers,.....(she gets paid at night)

And I get tips too.. Although if I hired an employee under Michigan State law I would be required to supply all ppe that was stated under OSHA laws at my expence. We try to work under the same guidelines. I have told her how she has to do things so many times that sometimes she reminds me how I better do it.

TrevMcRev · 28th May 2007, 03:31 AM

I supply:
Hardhat with muffs & visor.
Safety Specs
Gloves
Chainsaw Chaps
Hi Vis vests
Embroidered uniform workshirts, polarfleece vests, caps etc

All above items remain property of the company.
If they want fancy stuff, eg peltors, petzl helmets etc buy it themselves unless earned as a reward.

Worker to supply their own:
Chainsaw Pants
Steel Cap Boots.

Too expensive with individual sizing to run out and buy for a noobie that doesnt end up cutting the jam.

TreeHumper · 29th May 2007, 06:53 PM

I've come to the point where I supply all my own. chainsaw pants, petzl best with screen and muffs, gloves with anti-vibe or nitrite or leather for straight labour. eye protection and safety boots. Sucks that there is no compensation for the expense.

There are some chaps, hardhats and sometimes gloves and earplugs from the employer.

Ekka · 29th May 2007, 09:57 PM

Well you can claim in on tax.

But I think I'd prefer to have my own stuff, it's ya personal fitting type of gear.

Sean Freeman · 30th May 2007, 02:20 AM

Stephen, the owner and boss, provides all our PPE, ear plugs, safety glasses (though wearing specs their close to useless for me!) chaps high vis uniforms and anything else that Tim or I might decide is essential and make a case for. I have my own climbing gear that includes my Pacific helmet (but its in need of replacement now)

a_lopa · 30th May 2007, 02:52 AM

I start buying cutproof pants after theyve done a decent amount of time and brought there first few pairs themselves,everything else i supply.

l2edneck · 30th May 2007, 04:02 PM

I supply the paycheck.......and a ride......

Ekka · 31st May 2007, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by l2edneck

I supply the paycheck.......and a ride......

What more could they ask for, anyone else would have them chip in for juice too!

Sean Freeman · 31st May 2007, 02:27 AM

Here's a couple of links for anyone looking for practical justification for the wearing of chainsaw resistant chaps.
http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/TrainTo...?VideoID=V0969

http://www.labonville.com/videos/v2.htm

Probably don't watch them if the thought of serious chainsaw bite makes you feel ill.

matt dallas · 1st June 2007, 11:37 PM

i supply all my own p.p.e, but when it need replacing i get my employer to buy it for me then when i leave then i take it, those films on the chaps are all good but from what accidents that i've seen the saw was never at full revs.

Sparko · 4th June 2007, 06:04 AM

gruesome vids...

newguy18 · 11th July 2007, 12:26 PM

steel toe boots and safty glasses I don't care for ear protection.I want to hear if a limb is starting to break when i cut it or if someone on the ground is hollaring about something I missed.hasent happened yet but better safe than sorry.

JayD · 11th July 2007, 03:17 PM

Hi Newguy18,
Sounds good in theory but in sad reality even with ear muffs on you can expect hearing loss at about five years doing the wright thing,so without ear protection you'll be deafer than a magot before you know it and you wont hear a freight train speeding your way,I recomend re thinking your theory on earmuffs, ofcourse what you do is your business..but once your deaf your deaf!

allmarktree · 11th July 2007, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by newguy18

I don't care for ear protection.I want to hear if a limb is starting to break when i cut it or if someone on the ground is hollaring about something I missed.hasent happened yet but better safe than sorry.

After years of no protection you wont be able to hear any more than someone wearing ear protection. I have no problem hearing limbs break or communicating with others. Try it for a while and then tell me it isnt worth it.

I would rather hear my daughter 20 years from now than my coworkers now anyway.

TrevMcRev · 11th July 2007, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by newguy18

steel toe boots and safty glasses I don't care for ear protection.I want to hear if a limb is starting to break when i cut it or if someone on the ground is hollaring about something I missed.hasent happened yet but better safe than sorry.

Get some ear muffs or plugs NOW. Every moment you are exposed you ARE damaging your hearing. You wont realise until its too late. You can still tell tell whats going on around you. If your that concerned you can get noise cancelling ones that amplify normal sound like talking so you can hear perfectly for communicating, but the instant loud noise occurs they cancel that out.

eg. When someone stands 5 metres away you can clearly hear them almost whisper to you but if they clap you cant hear it.

25th May 2007, 01:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
JohN Dee Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 750	Your PPE? Just thinking/posting of PPE I thought I'd ask around what you guys wear? This isn't a rag bs(WorkCover/Safe) post I'm just curious to see what gets supplied and what you supply. So if you are the Employer tell us what PPE you provide and what your policies are(Regarding PPE). If you're an employee tell us what gets supplied to and what policies you have to follow. My PPE that is supplied is: Stihl Hard hat Hard hat mounted ear muffs (35Db block) Stihl Safety Glasses Anti-Fog The upgrade to Anti-Fogs was well worth it. I used to have to dump the safety's all the time due to them fogging up, but with these blokes they havn't fogged once. Riggers leather gloves Hi Vis shirt or A - One uniform Steel Caps Backbraces Soon to come chainsaw pants. The policies that are in place regarding PPE is basically wear the PPE or go home (literally). I'm currently in the process of documenting my procedures and polices. __________________ Climber with slow climbing speed, must make up with mighty chainsaw roar. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Red : Green : Blue

25th May 2007, 01:28 AM	#2 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 6,943	Errr work for miself mate, stubbies and thongs ... builders crack supplied free of charge. Haha, just kidding. Employees to supply own PPE, failure to do so I will supply but it's mine, when employee leaves PPE stays, if employee loses them I replace but deduct from pay. Message is, it's your PERSONAL protective equipment, just like ya undies and socks, get acquainted with them. __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding and Stump Removal Brisbane Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations, Developer, Tree and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

25th May 2007, 01:36 AM	#3 (permalink)
JayD Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 941	builders crack supplied free of charge. I hope you supply UV protection for your swipy LOL... __________________ Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory

28th May 2007, 03:31 AM	#5 (permalink)
TrevMcRev Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Posts: 734	I supply: Hardhat with muffs & visor. Safety Specs Gloves Chainsaw Chaps Hi Vis vests Embroidered uniform workshirts, polarfleece vests, caps etc All above items remain property of the company. If they want fancy stuff, eg peltors, petzl helmets etc buy it themselves unless earned as a reward. Worker to supply their own: Chainsaw Pants Steel Cap Boots. Too expensive with individual sizing to run out and buy for a noobie that doesnt end up cutting the jam. __________________ Melbourne Arborist, Total Tree Care, Pruning, Tree and Stump Removal

29th May 2007, 09:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 6,943	Well you can claim in on tax. But I think I'd prefer to have my own stuff, it's ya personal fitting type of gear. __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding and Stump Removal Brisbane Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations, Developer, Tree and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

26th May 2007, 09:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
yooper Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Upper Michigan U.S.A. Posts: 73	I do all my work with my wife but I try to be strict with with both of our ppe. especialy with hers,.....(she gets paid at night) And I get tips too.. Although if I hired an employee under Michigan State law I would be required to supply all ppe that was stated under OSHA laws at my expence. We try to work under the same guidelines. I have told her how she has to do things so many times that sometimes she reminds me how I better do it.

29th May 2007, 06:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
TreeHumper Sappling Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 15	I've come to the point where I supply all my own. chainsaw pants, petzl best with screen and muffs, gloves with anti-vibe or nitrite or leather for straight labour. eye protection and safety boots. Sucks that there is no compensation for the expense. There are some chaps, hardhats and sometimes gloves and earplugs from the employer.

30th May 2007, 02:20 AM	#8 (permalink)
Sean Freeman PDF King & Arborist Extrodinaire Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Townsville Nth Queensland & Gold Coast Sth Queensland Posts: 1,671	Stephen, the owner and boss, provides all our PPE, ear plugs, safety glasses (though wearing specs their close to useless for me!) chaps high vis uniforms and anything else that Tim or I might decide is essential and make a case for. I have my own climbing gear that includes my Pacific helmet (but its in need of replacement now) __________________ Sean Trees are poems that earth writes upon the sky, We fell them down and turn them into paper, That we may record our emptiness. - Kahlil Gibran

30th May 2007, 02:52 AM	#9 (permalink)
a_lopa Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Drouin Posts: 877	I start buying cutproof pants after theyve done a decent amount of time and brought there first few pairs themselves,everything else i supply. __________________ Free Tree Industry Link Directory Drouin tree lopping, land clearing and stump removals

30th May 2007, 04:02 PM	#10 (permalink)
l2edneck Palm Tree Rat Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 49	I supply the paycheck.......and a ride......

31st May 2007, 02:27 AM	#12 (permalink)
Sean Freeman PDF King & Arborist Extrodinaire Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Townsville Nth Queensland & Gold Coast Sth Queensland Posts: 1,671	Here's a couple of links for anyone looking for practical justification for the wearing of chainsaw resistant chaps. http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/TrainTo...?VideoID=V0969 http://www.labonville.com/videos/v2.htm Probably don't watch them if the thought of serious chainsaw bite makes you feel ill. __________________ Sean Trees are poems that earth writes upon the sky, We fell them down and turn them into paper, That we may record our emptiness. - Kahlil Gibran

1st June 2007, 11:37 PM	#13 (permalink)
matt dallas Sappling Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 7	i supply all my own p.p.e, but when it need replacing i get my employer to buy it for me then when i leave then i take it, those films on the chaps are all good but from what accidents that i've seen the saw was never at full revs.

4th June 2007, 06:04 AM	#14 (permalink)
Sparko I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: UK Posts: 2	gruesome vids...

11th July 2007, 12:26 PM	#15 (permalink)
newguy18 Part of the Furniture Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Live Oak Florida home of the crapiest trees you will ever see. Posts: 2,679	my ppe steel toe boots and safty glasses I don't care for ear protection.I want to hear if a limb is starting to break when i cut it or if someone on the ground is hollaring about something I missed.hasent happened yet but better safe than sorry. __________________ Have your say join us today. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzkd_m4ivmc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzfzb...eature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-OqK...eature=related

11th July 2007, 03:17 PM	#16 (permalink)
JayD Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 941	Hi Newguy18, Sounds good in theory but in sad reality even with ear muffs on you can expect hearing loss at about five years doing the wright thing,so without ear protection you'll be deafer than a magot before you know it and you wont hear a freight train speeding your way,I recomend re thinking your theory on earmuffs, ofcourse what you do is your business..but once your deaf your deaf! __________________ Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Last edited by JayD : 12th July 2007 at 02:39 AM. Reason: Spelling of course!