Standard Operating Procedure for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Usage

1) Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to establish guidelines for the proper selection, use, and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personnel safety during pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

2) Scope

This SOP applies to all personnel required to wear PPE while performing tasks within the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

3) Responsibilities

3.1 Employees

• Properly wear and maintain assigned PPE.
• Report any PPE defects or concerns to supervisors.

3.2 Safety Officers

• Provide training on PPE selection, use, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with PPE requirements through regular inspections.

4) Procedure

4.1 PPE Selection

1. Identify hazards associated with specific tasks and areas.
2. Select appropriate PPE based on identified hazards (e.g., gloves, goggles, masks).

4.2 PPE Use

1. Wear PPE correctly and consistently during designated tasks.
2. Replace damaged or soiled PPE immediately.

4.3 PPE Maintenance

1. Clean and sanitize reusable PPE after each use.
2. Inspect PPE regularly for signs of wear and tear; replace as needed.

4.4 Training and Awareness

1. Provide initial and refresher training on PPE use and safety protocols.
2. Post signage and communicate PPE requirements in designated areas.

5) Abbreviations, if any

SOP: Standard Operating Procedure; PPE: Personal Protective Equipment

6) Documents, if any

• PPE Selection Matrix
• Training Records
• PPE Inspection and Maintenance Log

7) Reference, if any

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132: Personal Protective Equipment
CDC Guidelines for Personal