Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE)  is an important part of mitigating against the hazards in the working environment. However, PPE should be the last line of defence and other procedures or mechanisms should be in place to eliminate or reduce any risks associated with your work before PPE plays their part.

Provision and use of PPE is one part of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations ( PUWER) that the CBE needs to comply with.

Risk Assessments will signpost what type of PPE is required for your work.

CBE Mandatory PPE

i)Howie style Laboratory coats ( fully fastened  correctly at all times)

ii)Gloves 

iii)Shoe covers

iv)Safety Glasses ( mandatory when working with the cryostorage units, autoclaves, hazardous materials/chemicals or if stated in your Risk Assessment)

Other PPE available :

i)Face Shields

ii)Heat protective gloves ( Autoclave)

iii)Cryogenic gloves ( Cryostores/Freezers)

iv)Face masks ( must be face fitted)

PPE is only effective if you wear it and wear it correctly.

Please refer to the University PPE policy ( Personal Protective Equipment Policy and Guidance) and the CBE Standard Operating Procedure SOP037 Personal Protective Equipement