Protective equipment, personal breathing apparatus

For spills of solid unknown substances, a judgment has to be made about the probable hazard of the spill. It is always wise to assume the worst-case scenario and wear complete personal protective equipment with breathing apparatus. If it is known that the solid is not dangerously reactive, then it can be scooped into a container, packaged, and labeled as accurately as possible for disposal. If there is a possibility that the spill is of a metal hydride or other solid that may spontaneously catch fire, it should be covered with spill mix, scooped into a plastic pail using a plastic scoop, and transported to the fume hood. Slowly and cautiously, butanol is added with stirring to the mixture. The weight of hydride spilled is estimated and about 40 mL of butanol is allowed for each 1 g of mixture... 

Determine the source of the poison. It is possible that the whole area might be contaminated with poisonous gas or chemical. If it is determined that the whole area is contaminated, notify all other personnel and have the area evacuated. Secure the contaminated area. Call the poison control center and describe the situation. Do not attempt to enter the area unless you are wearing the proper personal protective equipment and breathing apparatus. 

Personal Protective Equipment. Personal protective and emergency safety equipment should not be reHed on as the primary protection from aHyl chloride. Prevention of exposure should be considered the preferred precautionary measure. Where the exposure guideline may be gready exceeded, an approved positive-pressure air suppHed or self-contained breathing apparatus with fuH facepiece should be used (51). 

PERSONAL PROTECTION Wear impervious outerwear, including boots, protective gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls wear chemical safety goggles in combination with breathing protection enclose operations and/or use local exhaust ventilation at site of chemical release use non-sparking handtools, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting for extra personal protection, self-contained breathing apparatus is recommended. 

Personal protective equipment. Personal protective equipment designed to protect against exposure by inhalation is known as respiratory protective equipment (or RPE). Such equipment should not be used as a long-term method of ensuring that exposures are reduced to acceptable levels. This is because it is prone to mechanical failure and human error. RPE may be used appropriately for specific short-term operations (e.g. some maintenance tasks) where it is not practicable to reduce exposures to acceptable levels by other means. It may also be of value in emergency situations. Positive pressure breathing apparatus (line fed or self-contained) is preferable to canister-type respirators. For RPE to be effective when required, it must be adequately maintained and personnel fully trained in its use. 

Health Hazards Information - Recommended Personal Protective Equipment Chemical safety goggles and full face shield, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), positive pressure hose mask, airline mask rubber safety shoes, chemical protective clothing Symptoms Following Exposure Inhalation causes irritation of nose and throat, a feeling of pressure in the chest, and shortness of breath. Nausea... 

Health Hazards Information - Recommended Personal Protective Equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus complete protective clothing safety glasses face shield Symptoms Following Exposure Inhalation causes severe irritation of upper respiratory system. Contact with liquid or vapor causes severe bums of eyes and can cause ulcers and blindness. Contact with skin causes severe burns. Ingestion causes severe burns of mucous membranes General Treatment for Exposure Get immediate... 

Health Hazards Information - Recommended Personal Protective Equipment Self-contained or airline breathing apparatus solvent-resistant rubber gloves chemical splash goggles Symptoms Following Exposure Inhalation causes impairment of coordination, headache. Contact with liquid causes mild irritation of eyes and skin. Ingestion causes irritation of mouth and stomach General Treatment for Exposure INHALATION remove victim from contaminated area administer artificial respiration if necessary call physician. SKIN wipe off liquid wash well with soap and water. INGESTION induce... 

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