Insufficient Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) can lead to a spectrum of injuries, ranging from minor abrasions to severe outcomes such as fatalities and amputations. Workers in manufacturing or construction industries are at risk of hearing loss without the use of earplugs or earmuffs. In construction, the absence of protective gloves increases the likelihood of lacerations to the hands and fingers. The absence of hard hat protection poses a risk of head injury, while inadequate foot protection, like steel-toe boots, heightens the possibility of foot and toe injuries. Additionally, improper use of PPE can result in eye injuries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, thousands of employees suffer vision loss annually due to inadequate safety gear.

Moreover, the improper use of PPE can contribute to the spread of diseases like COVID-19. Masks, gowns, gloves, and other protective gear are vital for doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals in preventing transmission while attending to infected patients. Research from the National Nurses United indicates that over 1,700 healthcare workers in the United States have died from COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic.

Every individual has the right to work in a safe environment, regardless of their profession, whether they are janitors, nurses, construction workers, or waiters. In cases of injury or illness due to lack of proper PPE, individuals have the right to file for workers’ compensation to receive reimbursement for their losses.

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