Respiratory protection equipment

First layer remedies use immediate technical recommendations targeted to prevent a particular incident. Consider the case where an employee is injured hy inhalation exposure while taking a liquid chlorine process sample. First-layer recommendations would address such items as changes to the sampling procedure, refresher training, and selection and use of personal protective respiratory equipment. 

When human exposures are likely, protective respiratory equipment should be used. Table 36.8 shows the distribution and fate of an Aroclor 1248 spill after 30 days (NCR, 1979). It is interesting to note that most askarels spilled on land end up in the sou, while the bulk of askarels spilled on water wUl eventuaUy be adsorbed onto the sediments. 

Some types of explosives and tracer or igniter compositions give off toxic fumes when burned Proper protective respiratory equipment, such as hose masks, airline masks, and self-contained breathing apparatus shall be worn where such fumes are likely to be encountered. 

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment Wear eye/face protection... 

Work in well ventilated area wearing appropriate skin protection and respiratory equipment. 

Figure 11.7 Guide to the selection of respiratory protection hazards Equipment...

Heterogeneous catalysts are often located at the top of a reactor and manipulated with temporary handling equipment. To avoid exposure to toxic dust, local ventilation should be installed if this is impracticable, scrupulous use of personal protective equipment and rigid compliance with systems-of-work are essential. Respiratory equipment may include self-contained or line-fed breathing apparatus. 

Work in well-ventilated area wearing appropriate skin protection and respiratory equipment. Check for leaks (e.g. with aqueous ammonia) and consider the need for detection/alarm systems. Leaks should be dealt with immediately after evacuating the area. 

Wear protective clothing such as rubber or plastic aprons, rubber gloves, gas-tight goggles and respiratory equipment as appropriate. 

Consider the need for appropriate personal protection including eye, skin and respiratory equipment. 

Personal protective equipment is clothing and/or respiratory equipment worn to protect the body against various forms of contamination. Some of the most common forms of personal protective equipment include dust masks, air purifying respirators, protective suits made from particulates or chemically resistant materials such as Tyvek (E.I. Du Pont de Nemours Company, Inc., Wilmington, DE) and/or other fabrics, and lightweight protective rubber gloves or chemical-resistant gloves. 

Personal protective equipment to be used Eye/face protection Skin protection Respiratory protection General hygiene considerations... 

When particularly hazardous vapors are present, the patrol procedures should include special provisions to protect the patrollers from the fumes. For example, in facilities producing or consuming hydrogen sulfide, operators may carry emergency respiratory equipment to escape any unexpected fumes that they may encounter, and patrol in pairs or individually, under constant surveillance. 

Respiratory protection Approved respiratory equipment must be used when airborne concentrations are unknown or exceed the exposure limits. When processing large amounts use a light duty... 

Protective equipment is required for those who come into contact with exposed victims, and should include impermeable clothing and respiratory equipment (ideally air supplied). 

Because respirable aerosols of military fuels are much more toxic than vapors, naval personnel should avoid exposure to aerosolized fuel. If a potential for exposure to aerosolized fuel exists, protective clothing and respiratory equipment should be worn. 

The lead employee, or other appropriately qualified person, should supervise cleanup of the spill. The persons involved in this cleanup must be thoroughly trained, protected and supervised. Each person present should wear appropriate PPE, including respiratory equipment, if necessary. The spill should be approached from the edges only. At no time should any employee be allowed to work inside a spill area. Spilled material and any absorbents used should be transferred into properly identified containers using scoops and shovels. If spills create a fire or explosion hazard, only approved vacuums and other powered equipment... 

Hazardous operations—Provision of respiratory equipment and protective garments for employees engaged in hazardous operations. 

PERSONAL PROTECTION use asbestos protective clothing and face protection flame-resistant gloves are also recommended, as well as flame retardant jackets and pants use insulated footwear and safety shoes wear protective helmets and vented safety goggles workers should be supplied with appropriate respiratory equipment. 

PERSONAL PROTECTION respiratory apparatus should be employed if vapors are concentrated enough to cause irritation use protective equipment and clothing made from natural rubber, neoprene, polyvinyl alcohol wear chemical safety goggles with or without face shield. 

S 38 wear respiratory equipment in case of inadequate ventilation S39 wear protective glasses/face mask... 

IV. Personal protective equipment. Personal protective equipment includes chemical-resistant clothing and gloves and protective respiratory gear. The use of such equipment should be supervised by experts in industrial hygiene or others with appropriate training and experience. Equipment that is incorrectly selected, improperly fitted, poorly maintained, or inappropriately used may provide a false sense of security and may tail, resulting in serious injury. 

Several types of respirators can be used to protect workers from respiratory hazards and each type is made for use in a specific environment. Not all respiratory equipment marketed is approved. Federal regulations require the use of respirators that have been tested and approved by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and NIOSH. Approval numbers are clearly written on all approved respiratory equipment. Management determines that respirators are mandated in certain situations and must be diligent in enforcing compliance. They should not have a policy that requires respirators but leaves compliance up to the employees. 

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