Personal Protective Equipment Course

Course Overview

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) course provides essential training on the correct selection, use, and maintenance of PPE in the workplace. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007, Part 2, Chapter 3, employers must provide suitable PPE and ensure employees are trained in its proper use. This CPD-accredited course fulfils that training requirement.

From hard hats and high-visibility clothing to respiratory protection and safety footwear, this programme covers the full range of PPE categories. Learners will understand when PPE is required, how to inspect equipment for defects, and the importance of proper storage and care to ensure ongoing protection.

About This Course

Personal Protective Equipment is the last line of defence against workplace hazards. While employers must first seek to eliminate or reduce risks through engineering controls and safe systems of work, PPE remains essential where residual risks cannot be adequately controlled by other means. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the General Application Regulations 2007 set out clear duties regarding the provision and use of PPE.

This course explains the hierarchy of controls and where PPE fits within a broader risk management strategy. You will learn about the different categories of PPE — including head protection, eye protection, hearing protection, respiratory protective equipment, hand and arm protection, and foot and leg protection — and how to select the correct equipment for specific hazards.

The programme also covers the importance of proper fit, regular inspection routines, maintenance schedules, and correct storage. Understanding these principles helps ensure that PPE performs as intended and provides the protection workers depend upon every day.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for employees across all industries where PPE is required, including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, laboratories, warehousing, and facilities management. It is also valuable for supervisors and managers responsible for ensuring PPE compliance on site.