Section 39.551. Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

Establishment—Any place within this Commonwealth where work is done for compensation, to whomever payable, supervision over which has been given by statute to the Department.

Goggles—An optical device worn before the eyes, the predominant function of which is protection to the eyes.

Helmet—A rigid device worn by the operator, which shields the eyes, face, neck, and a portion or all of the other parts of the head and is held in place by suitable means.

Hood—A device which completely covers the head, neck, and portions of the shoulders so as to exclude dust and flying particles.

Mask—A device worn before the eyes and a portion or all of the face, the predominant function of which is protection to the eyes and face.

Protector—A device which is placed in front of the eyes, face, or head to afford protection from the hazards in various industrial processes or from the natural elements.

Shield—A device to be held in the hand, or supported without the aid of the operator, the predominant function of which is protection to the eyes and face.