Common use of EQUIPMENT AND PPE Clause in Contracts

EQUIPMENT AND PPE. Contractor is solely responsible for providing appropriate personal protective equipment (“PPE”) and equipment for use by Contractor, its agents, employees, or subcontractors in performing this Contract. If while performing Services Contractor uses vehicles, rigging, blocking, scaffolding, or other equipment (“Equipment”) or PPE owned by Purchaser or a third party, then before using such Equipment or PPE, Contractor shall determine, at its sole discretion and risk of loss, the adequacy of the Equipment or PPE to perform the required task and educate itself and Contractor personnel regarding the appropriate and safe usage of the Equipment and PPE.