personal protective equipment
[/ˈpɜːrsənəl prəˈtɛktɪv ɪˈkwɪpmənt/]
nounpl: personal protective equipment (uncountable) / sets of personal protective equipment
equipamento de proteção individual (EPI)
1. Specialized clothing or equipment worn by workers to protect against health and safety risks
Workers on the construction site must wear personal protective equipment including helmets, gloves, and safety boots.
Os trabalhadores do canteiro de obras devem usar equipamento de proteção individual, incluindo capacetes, luvas e botas de segurança.
2. Any device or garment designed to protect the wearer from infectious agents, chemical hazards, or physical injury
During the pandemic, personal protective equipment such as masks and face shields became essential.
Durante a pandemia, o equipamento de proteção individual, como máscaras e protetores faciais, tornou-se essencial.
In Brazil, EPI is a mandatory requirement regulated by the Ministério do Trabalho e Previdência Social. Workplace safety regulations (NR-6) establish standards for PPE usage. This is particularly emphasized in construction, mining, healthcare, and industrial sectors. The abbreviation EPI is universally recognized in Brazilian workplaces and safety training programs.
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