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PPE Is the Last Layer of Protection
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the final barrier between a hazard and the worker. In solar installation, PPE must address three distinct hazard categories: electrical hazards (from energised DC systems), fall hazards (from rooftop work), and environmental hazards (UV radiation, heat, and physical impact).
Required PPE by Task
Task | Required PPE | Standard/Regulation |
|---|---|---|
Working on or near live DC circuits | Insulated gloves (Class 00 minimum, 500 V rated), safety glasses, non-conducting footwear | AS/NZS 2225 (insulating gloves) |
Roof installation (pitched roof) | Safety harness (AS/NZS 1891.1), shock-absorbing lanyard, non-slip footwear, hard hat | AS/NZS 1891.1 (fall arrest harness) |
Angle grinding, drilling | Face shield (AS/NZS 1337.1) or safety glasses, hearing protection (AS/NZS 1270), gloves | AS/NZS 1337.1 |
Working in direct sun (>30 min exposure) | SPF50+ sunscreen, long-sleeve shirt (UPF50+), broad-brim hat or helmet with neck flap | Code of Practice for UV radiation |
Battery handling (lead-acid) | Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile), safety glasses or face shield, apron for acid handling | AS/NZS 3000 battery safety |
Electrical PPE — What Installers Frequently Get Wrong
Standard leather work gloves provide no electrical protection — they must be electrical-insulating rubber gloves rated to the DC voltage being worked on
Safety boots must have non-conductive soles — look for the symbol "Ω" (Omega) on the boot indicating electrical resistance protection
Working on a live DC circuit (e.g., replacing a connector without de-energising) requires a Permit to Work and documented risk assessment — it is not routine work
Engr. Jason Morales — Founder, SolarEnergyPH
