Splash protection

NFPA 1992 Standard on Liquid Splash-Protective Suits for Flazardous Chemical Emergencies, 1994 edition. National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA. 

Level B Liquid splash protective suit for hazardous chemical emergencies. 

Liquid splash-protective suit (meets NFPA 1992) pressure-demand, full-face-piece SCBA inner chemical-resistant gloves chemical-resistant safety boots two-way radio communication... 

Protection provided provides same level of respiratory protection as level A, but somewhat less skin protection liquid splash protection is provided, but not protection against chemical vapors or gases... 

Protection provided the same level of skin protection as level B, but a lower level of respiratory protection liquid splash protection but no protection to chemical vapors or gases... 

Severe bums can occur if exposed skin comes into contact with an aluminum alkyl, either neat or in solution. The severity and depth of the bum will increase with increasing exposure time. In case of an accident, rinse the exposed skin with copious amounts of water to hydrolyze any remaining aluminum alkyl, to dilute the reagent, and to cool the skin. Rubber gloves, goggles, and a lab jacket are required when working with aluminum alkyls. A splash-protective face shield and a separate safety shield are also recommended. 

Oxalic Acid. Respirator for dust or mist protection, rubber gloves, chemical safety glasses, rubber safety shoes, apron, or impervious clothing for splash protection. Rinse mouth and/or gargle repeatedly with cold water. Flush thoroughly with water. Flush thoroughly with water. 

PERSONAL PROTECTION Wear neoprene or polyvinyl alcohol suit or aprons for splash protection neoprene or polyvinyl alcohol type gloves plus neoprene safety shoes are also recommended chemical safety goggles are necessary enclose operations and use local exhaust ventilation at site of chemical release wear self-contained breathing apparatus. 

Level B is used when full respiratory protection is required but danger to the skin from vapor is less. It differs from Level A in that it incorporates a nonecapsulating, splash-protective, chemical-resistant suit (splash suit) that provides Level A protection against liquids, but is not airtight. 

Determine the length of the glove by measuring how far the employee will need to immerse their arm into a solution. Take into account any splash protection that is needed. 

Chemical Splash Safety Goggles (Impact and Splash Protection)... 

FIGURE 7.1.2.3 Chemical Splash Goggles. These goggles provide excellent splash protection and are relatively comfortable to wear, if sized properly. 

We also note that laser safety glasses and laser goggles are not chemical splash goggles. Persons using lasers and wearing laser eye protection may or may not be handling solutions that pose a splash hazard but if such hazards exist in labs where lasers are used, chemists need to be mindful of what level of splash protection is afforded by the laser eye protection that they are using. If there is potential for a splash, a face shield should be worn. 

Provides additional splash protection of chest, forearms, and legs. 

Do not use where gas-tight or pa-vasive splashing protection is required. May contribute to heat stress in wearer. Tape-seal connections between pant cuffs and boots and between gloves and sleeves. 

Do not use where gas-tight or pervasive splashing protection is required. 

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