Impact of personal protective equipment in preventing occupational injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis
PPE use is associated with lower odds of occupational injury, and the prevalence of occupational injuries is higher when PPE is available, properly fitted, and supported by training and supervision. However, low compliance was driven primarily by supply and ergonomic factors. Integrated strategies encompassing reliable PPE provisioning, user-centered design, comprehensive training, and organizational commitment are essential to enhance workplace safety.
Authors
- Carmen Rojas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9136-4728)
- Weiner Santos (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-0617-5939)
- Rafael Lorente
- Alejandro Lorente (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2972-3299)
Institutions
- Instituto Cajal (ES)
- Direcção Regional de Cultura do Alentejo (PT)
- Centro de Implantología Cirugía Oral y Maxilofacial (ES)
- Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal (ES)
- Universidad de Extremadura (ES)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Public Health
- Published
- 2025-12-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1720363
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Occupational Health and Safety Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 3.08