Safety Glasses
Protect your eyes when using power tools or tools that involve striking an object (a hammer and chisel, for example).

Hard Hat
Wear one if you will be working with a partner in a cramped space or if falling objects could hit you.

Ear Protectors
Use these when working with noisy machinery.

Dust Mask or Respirator
Be sure that a respirator is approved for filtering the pollutants you will be handling, which can include dust, fibers, and harmful vapors. A dust mask is helpful when you are working around common dust or insulation.

Gloves
Choose leather to protect your hands from scratches and splinters and rubber when handling caustic chemicals.