Common use of Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment Clause in Contracts

Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment. The Employer will provide all personal protective clothing and/or equipment that are required by applicable laws, regulations, and policies. When the Governor proclaims the existence of a catastrophic health emergency pursuant to Maryland Code, Public Safety Article, Title 14, Subtitle 3A, the Employer will make every reasonable effort to provide appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with Maryland Department of Health public health guidelines. The Employer shall purchase or provide reasonable reimbursement to employees who are required to wear non-prescription safety glasses. For employees who wear prescription glasses, where non-prescription glasses do not provide adequate protection, the Employer shall provide reasonable reimbursement for prescription safety glasses. Within thirty (30) days of the Governor's proclamation of the existence of a catastrophic health emergency, the Union may request to meet with the Secretary or the Secretary’s designee of each agency employing bargaining unit employees to discuss personal protective equipment and related safety concerns.