Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2018L01173:body:0:p17
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2018L01173
Segment Type: other
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Character Range: 44115–47158

protectors are available in a wide variety of designs. Careful consideration should be given to the nature of the hazard to ensure the appropriate protection is chosen. Eye protectors should comply with AS/NZS 1337.1:2010 Personal eye protection – eye and face protectors for occupational application or its equivalent.
Prescription (corrective) spectacles, unless manufactured to a safety standard, do not afford protection. Certain box-type goggles are designed so that they can be worn over ordinary spectacles.

Sun Protection
Strong sunlight can severely damage the eyes and sunglasses should be worn whenever appropriate. Sunglasses should comply with AS/NZS 1067-2003 Sunglasses and fashion spectacles.
A wide-brimmed hat should be worn and a sunscreen of SPF 50+ used on exposed parts of the body when working in the sun.

Respiratory Protective Equipment
Appropriate respiratory protective equipment should be provided for work in conditions where there is a risk of oxygen deficiency or exposure to poisonous, dangerous or irritating fumes, dust or gases. Respiratory devices should comply with AS/NZS 1716–2012 Respiratory protective devices or its equivalent.
There are two main types of equipment which perform different functions:
       a respirator filters the air before it is inhaled, and
       breathing apparatus supplies air or oxygen from an uncontaminated source.
The face-piece incorporated in respirators and breathing apparatus must be fitted correctly to prevent leakage. Wearing spectacles (unless designed for the purpose) or facial hair may interfere with the face seal.
AS/NZS 1715–2009 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment provides guidance on the selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective devices.
Marine Order 15 (Construction – fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction) requires Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD) to be provided in accommodation and machinery spaces with the location and numbers of the devices indicated in the ship's fire control plan in accordance with SOLAS Regulations II-2/13.3.4 and II-2/13.4.3. Additionally, SOLAS Regulation II-2/10.10.1 requires breathing apparatus to be provided in fireman's outfit.
Hand and foot protection
Gloves should be the right size for the wearer and be suitable for the type of work carried out. For example, leather gloves may be useful for handling rough or sharp objects but become slippery when they get wet or oily. Heat resistant gloves may be used for handling hot objects, and rubber, synthetic or PVC gloves for handling acids, alkalis, various types of oils, solvents and chemicals.
Seafarers should wear enclosed shoes or boots with non-slip soles to provide a secure foothold on decks and ladders. Safety footwear incorporating toe protection may also be suitable and should comply with AS/NZS 2210.1– 2010 Safety, protective and occupational footwear – Guide to selection, care and use.

3.11              Signs, notices and colour codes
Signs and symbols are an effective