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Using PPE and face masks at work

First published:
04 June 2020
Last updated:
07 March 2024

 

During the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has worked with others to develop guidance about current issues with PPE (personal protective equipment).

Health and safety law says that employers must protect workers from injury or harm to health which could happen as a result of work-related activity.

This includes taking reasonable steps to protect your workers and others from coronavirus.

HSE also has specific advice to help employers and workers including:

For further information please visit the HSE website.

 


First published
04 June 2020
Last updated
07 March 2024
Using PPE and face masks at work

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