OSHA PPE General Requirements for Tree and Landscape Workers

Course Overview: Operating chainsaws, rigging massive canopy sections, and working around energized utility lines makes arboriculture one of the most hazardous trades in America. When jobsite dangers cannot be completely engineered out or isolated, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) serves as your crew's critical last line of defense. This course provides a comprehensive breakdown of OSHA Subpart I regulations, cross-referenced with the ANSI Z133 standard, to deliver actionable, field-relevant protective gear parameters. Move past generic safety checklists to understand the legal mechanics of corporate hazard assessments, employer-funded gear mandates, and the strict technical definitions of employee competence.

Standards Covered: OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart I & ANSI Z133

Learning Objectives:

• Intro to OSHA & ANSI
• NIOSH Hierarchy of Controls
• Employee Owned Equipment (PPE) 1910.132 (b)
• PPE Design 1910.132(c)
• Hazard Assessment & Equipment Selection 1910.132(d)
• Defective & Damaged Equipment 1910.132(e)
• Training Requirements 1910.132(f)
• Payment for PPE 1910.132(h)