Health and Safety
Personal Protective Equipment
Understand why PPE matters, how to choose the right kit and how to wear it properly.
- Duration1 hour
- Approved byCPD, IIRSM +1
- CertificateOn completion
Approved by
- CPD
- IIRSM
- IOSH
What does the Personal Protective Equipment course cover?
Personal protective equipment only works when people understand it, wear it correctly and look after it. Too many workplace injuries happen to people who had the right kit available and did not use it. This online PPE training course tackles that problem directly, explaining not just what to wear but why it matters.
The course covers the regulations that govern PPE and the responsibilities they place on employers, employees and suppliers, brought to life with a real case study. It explains where PPE sits in the hierarchy of control, as the last line of defence once other measures have been considered, and how risk assessment drives the selection of the right equipment for each task. You will look at the main types of PPE and the protection each one provides, how to fit and wear it properly, its physical limitations, and why maintenance and timely replacement are part of the job.
Seven modules run to around an hour of training, with a final assessment at the end. The course is CPD approved and also holds IIRSM and IOSH approvals, and every learner receives a certificate on completion as evidence for your training records.
Who is this course for?
- Construction workers using a range of PPE every day
- Factory and warehouse staff issued with protective kit
- Healthcare workers, cleaners and beauticians who rely on PPE
- Window cleaners and outdoor trades
- Supervisors responsible for issuing and checking PPE
- Employers who want staff to actually wear what they are given
What you will learn
- Explain the regulations covering PPE and who is responsible for what
- Describe where PPE sits in the hierarchy of control and why it is the last resort
- Select the right PPE for a task based on the risk assessment
- Combine items of PPE where the job calls for fuller protection
- Fit, wear and use PPE correctly, understanding its limitations
- Keep PPE maintained and take damaged kit out of use
Course modules
Pass mark 70% unless stated. The course finishes with an online assessment and your certificate downloads straight away.
- 01 Introduction
- 02 Regulations & Responsibilities
- 03 PPE in Practice
- 04 Risk Assessment, Selection and Use
- 05 Types of PPE
- 06 Maintenance and replacement
- 07 Final Assessment
How it works
- 1Buy the course online
Checkout is handled securely on our training platform. Buy one seat or many.
- 2Get your login by email
Your details arrive by email, usually within a few minutes.
- 3Learn at your own pace
Work through the modules on any device, stop and pick up where you left off.
- 4Download your certificate
Pass the assessment and your certificate is ready to download and print.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the PPE course take?
Around an hour of video content across seven modules, plus a final assessment. It is online and self-paced, so learners can complete it in stages if that suits better.
Is the course approved?
Yes. This is a CPD approved course that also holds IIRSM and IOSH approvals, so the certificate carries recognised weight with employers and clients.
Who needs PPE training?
It is aimed primarily at construction and industrial workers, but it suits anyone issued with protective equipment, including warehouse staff, healthcare workers, cleaners and beauticians. A big part of the course is helping people understand why they should wear what they are given.
How does the assessment work?
Each module is followed by test questions and the pass mark is 70%. Once the final assessment is passed, the certificate is available straight away.
Does the course cover how to choose the right PPE?
Yes. It covers how risk assessment drives PPE selection, the different types of equipment and the protection each provides, and why PPE is used only when other controls cannot remove the risk.
Can I enrol my whole team?
Yes. We set up individual logins so every member of staff trains at their own pace and receives their own certificate on completion.
Approvals and terms
How these courses are delivered
We work in partnership with VideoTile Learning to deliver online IOSH Approved Working Safely and Managing Safely. The courses are delivered via their platform. As an agent for these courses we are not directly approved by or associated with IOSH.
IATP, CPD, IIRSM, IFE, ILM and IOSH approved courses are owned and delivered by VideoTile Learning Ltd and are distributed under licence.
Laser, ETA and IOSH Qualifications are examined via VideoTile Learning Ltd.
Refunds and cancellation
- Courses are supplied by VideoTile Learning Ltd. Your purchase is with them, and their terms and refund policy apply to it.
- An unused licence can be removed from an account within 14 days of being added, providing the account has not been accessed by the candidate or business. Beyond 14 days the system will restrict this activity.
- No refund is granted where there is reason to believe the learner has viewed any of the content they purchased.
- Consumers have a 7 day cooling off period in which to cancel and receive a refund, with no reason needed. These regulations do not govern contracts between businesses.
- VideoTile Learning Ltd reserves the right to charge a handling fee of 15 percent of the original fee. Refunds are paid within 30 days of cancellation.
Ready to get started?
Enrol online today, or if you would prefer hands on training we run in person sessions too.
