who is responsible for training workers on the use of ppe?

The primary responsibility for training workers on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) lies with the employer. Employers must ensure that workers are trained before exposure to hazards, covering when PPE is necessary, what kind is required, how to properly wear, adjust, remove, care for, and maintain the equipment. Training should also address the limitations of PPE. Safety managers, supervisors, or trained personnel often deliver this training onsite, but employers hold the legal and ethical responsibility. The training should be documented and periodically refreshed, especially when hazards or PPE requirements change. Workers also have a responsibility to actively participate and use PPE correctly. This responsibility is backed and regulated by authorities like OSHA, which mandates employers to provide appropriate PPE and comprehensive training to safeguard employee health and safety.