If an Air Force member has medical conditions affecting PPE use, what should they do?

• A. Notify their supervisors.
• B. Stop using PPE immediately without notice.
• C. Change job duties without supervisor approval.
• D. Ignore medical conditions.

Answer: (A)

If a medical condition affects the use of PPE, you must notify your supervisor so safety and medical personnel can assess and address it. PPE is the frontline protection against hazards, and any condition that compromises its fit, tolerance, or effectiveness needs formal review to determine safe accommodations. This might mean a different type or size of PPE, modified duties, or medical clearance before continuing, all coordinated through proper channels to keep you and others protected and the mission safe. Stopping PPE use without notice is dangerous and bypasses required safety procedures. Making changes without supervisor approval sidesteps risk assessment and can create unaddressed hazards. The right course is to raise the issue through the chain of command so an appropriate, approved solution can be put in place.