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CPC basics does when it is used for the first ti*ie.If the CPC can- The types of CPC range from basic work clothes not meet this criterion,it is considered disposable.Thus, f; (aprons,jackets,pants,boots,gloves,hoods)to total performance,not cost,determines whether CPC is reus- k encapsulating chemical-protective ensembles, with a wide able.All CPC is vulnerable to cheinical attack,environ- variety of options in between(Figure 1).The most basic mental conditions,and'physical abuse.The true useable characteristic of CPC is the type of resistance it provides life of CPC is difficult to predict, sp in many situations it is —gas/vapor resistance or.splash/particulate resistance. simply better to err on the conserv4tive side and replace the Gas/vapor-resistant clothing is generally configured to CPC before any evidence of imper}ding failure appears. provide head-to-toe coverage,e.g.,the so-called"moon Materials and quality of construction also influence the suits"that have special seams and zippers to prevent ch6m- performance of CPC as a barrier to phemicals.Materials icals from leaking into them.These suits include a face used for protective garments include natural rubber,neo- shield as an integral part of the ensemble,and are generally g y prene,nitrile,polyethylene;chlorrnated polyethylene,poly- used when the results of skin contact could be irreversible vinyl chloride(PVC),PVC-coated materials,polyurethane, and fatal to the user(e.g.,response to a chemical-release butyl polymers,treated woven fabrycs,and several others. emergency or to an act of terrorism involving chemical These materials can be supported o1a cotton,nylon,polyester, weapons). and other substrates.The most appropriate clothing mate- Splash/particulate-protective clothing provides a lesser rial will depend on the chemicals present,the temperature degree of protection and is used when the results of skinof the chemical and the work environment,the task to be contact are not as severe. For example,this type of clothing accomplished,and the total time the CPC may be exposed is worn by employees performing routine work tasks or to the chemical.Ideally,the chosen'material should resist responding to emergencies involving chemicals that would, permeation,degradation,and penetration. Most manufactur- in either case,result in limited exposure or consequences to ers'literature provides charts indicating the resistance that the skin, various clothing materials have top rmeation,subsequent CPC can be either reusable or disposable.Reusable breakthrough,or degradation by certain chemicals.How- CPC provides the same protection for the second use as it ever,no single material can protect tgainst all chemicals Employer/Department: Job Title: Location(s)of Job Duties: 77 MMIM .AGtrvitlCas/1'ask5 .' t ,. y ' 1 .s, fi tihs r r. t�iJ } t. .tisk s'�'•4L .�:�' �.4 ty {{ APB 1.Chemical 9 Compression/ a.Head g.Arm(s) A.Hard Hat I.Shoes/Boots 2.Skin/Eyes Crush b.Face h.Hand(s)/ B.Chemical Goggles (list type) 3. Inhalation 10.Particulate/Dust c.Eye(s) Fingers(s) C.Safety Glasses J.Respirator 4.Light/Radiation 11.Thermal Burns d.Earls) 1.Leg(s) D. Face Shield (list type) 5.Temperature 12.Slip/Fall/ Feet/Toe p e. Respiratory J. (s) E.Ear Plugs K.High-Visibility Extremes Surfaces System k.Entire Body Vest 13.Fall Protection F Ear Muffs 6•Impact/Falling f.Trunk/Torso I.Other: L.Fail Protection Objects 14.Vehicular Traffic G.Body Harness M.Other: 7,Penetration 15.Noise H.Gloves(list typ ) N.Other: Hazard 16.Electric Shock 8.Cuts/Abrasions 17.Other: Author: Signature: Date: ♦Figure 2.A job hazard analysis documents the relative risks assoelated with performing specific work tasks where protec a clothing Is required, CEP September 20113 www.alche.org/cep 27