PRACTICES 7 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTINTRODUCTIONPersonal protective equipment, commonly referred to as "PPE", is mandatory equipment worn by workers or farmers to minimize exposure to a series of risks, in particular deriving from contact with herbicides and their residues. Examples of PPE included gloves, boots, goggles or face shield, respirator, Tyvek coverall or apron. They have been used to protect the eyes, nose, mouth, skin and clothing. PPE doesn't even help protect workers, it also helps improve productivity. Appropriate protective equipment can benefit farmers and ranchers themselves, their family members and workers from potential risks and must be selected carefully. The protective gear first had to be tested to ensure it was suitable and comfortable. This is because if it is not comfortable it will not be worn by workers and if it is not worn workers will not be protected. The best way to protect workers is to control a hazard. OSHA also emphasizes that the best control to manage or eliminate hazards is through the use of worksite mo...