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THE CHEMICAL PPE CHECKLIST
CHECKING
• Toxicity data and safe exposure limits for chemical(s)
• Permeation & degradation table for boots (& other PPE)
• Cleaning/decontamination procedures
SELECTING
• Short list equipment that provides appropriate permeation & degradation resistance, plus protection against any other environmental/process hazards
• Select equipment that combines together to provide effective overall protection
• Conduct wearer trails to ensure PPE is fit for purpose and asses effectiveness and wearer comfort
DEPLOYING & MAINTAINING
• Train employees on the safe donning, doffing & use of selected PPE
• Ensure procedures are in place for effective cleaning/ laundering/sanitising/decontamination
• Ensure equipment is inspected regularly and repaired or replaced as necessary
IF IN DOUBT, ASK
WorkMasterTM boots are manufactured by RespirexTM (www. respirex.com), a leading global manufacturer of chemical PPE including gloves, clothing and boots. With 60 years experience in the supply and support of protective equipment to industry and the emergency services we have a wealth of knowledge on the safe handling of chemicals and our representatives sit on numerous international standards committees.
With extensive experience backed by our in-house chemical permeation testing laboratory, if you are unsure about what boots (or other PPE) will be safe to use with a particular chemical or mix of chemicals, or how to safely clean or decontaminate your PPE after use, just ask us.
SCOPING
• What is the chemical (or chemicals) & level of risk
• What is the type of exposure (splash, immersion etc)
• What is the length of exposure
• What are the requirements of the task being performed
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