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PPE

Abbreviation for Personal Protective Equipment. Specialised equipment consisting of respiratory protection, protective suit, hard hats, boots and gloves. To be worn by staff during work to prevent exposure or contamination.

Glossary Source

JRC EU CBRNe Glossary
( EU Glossary on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive risks )
https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/bitstream/JRC128863/JRC128863_01.pdf