*INTRODUCTION TO PPE* Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is specialized clothing, gear, and accessories designed to protect individuals from workplace hazards, environmental dangers, and infectious agents. PPE is crucial in healthcare, construction, chemical manufacturing, laboratories, and industrial settings to minimize risks and ensure worker safety. Categories of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 1. Head Protection Safety Helmets / Hard Hats: Protect against falling objects, head impacts, and electrical hazards Bump Caps: Provide light head protection in low-impact environments. 2. Eye and Face Protection Safety Goggles: Shield eyes from chemical splashes, dust, and debris. Face Shields: Protect against chemical splashes, molten metal, and high-impact particles. Welding Helmets: Protect bright light, heat, and sparks during welding operations. 3. Hearing Protection Earplugs: Reduce exposure to high noise levels in industrial and construction settings. Earmuffs: Provide higher noise reduction.