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Personal Protective
Equipment
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Personal
protective equipment (PPE) is used whenever engineering
or administrative controls are not feasible or do not
adequately protect workers from hazards. PPE includes
safety glasses, chemical splash goggles, gloves, lab
coats, hard hats, safety shoes, respirators, disposable
or cloth overalls and other protective gear. REHS assists
departments in evaluating work tasks that require PPE,
providing appropriate selection criteria, and offering
training.
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It is essential
to choose PPE that is specific to the hazard and type
of work to be performed. PPE must be compatible with
chemical hazards, provide proper dexterity, limit eyesight
interference, fit properly, and be comfortable (and
stylish). If these factors are not considered, the likelihood
of consistent PPE use is diminished.
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Some types
of PPE (i.e. respirators) require a medical exam and
fit test prior to use. Please refer to the Respiratory
Protection section for further information.
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OSHA
Personal Protective Equipment Standard (29 CFR 1910.132) |
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OSHA
Eye and Face Protective Standard (29 CFR 1910.133) |
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OSHA
Respiratory Protective Standard (29 CFR 1910.134) |
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Clothing |
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NIOSH/Chemical
Protective Clothing Selection Guide |
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Gloves |
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Best
Glove Chemical Resistant Guide |
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Ansell
Edmont Glove Chemical Resistance Guide (pdf) |
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Safeskin
(Kimberly-Clark) Glove Chemical Resistance Guide |
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MAPA Professional Chemical Resistance Guide |
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North Chemcial Resistance Guide [pdf] |
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Microflex Chemical Rsistance Guide [pdf] |
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Contacts |
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For Overall
Program Management, to obtain an Art Safety Manual, or
for guidelines on how to store and/or dispose of hazardous
waste call Rosemarie
Kulp at (732)445-2550 |
