Appendix A PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 1 Personal Protective














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Appendix “A” PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 1

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the general term given to the protective clothing that is worn during a response to an incident. 2

Levels of Protection LEVEL A • Vapor tight suit • SCBA or Supplied Air • HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROTECTION 3

Levels of Protection LEVEL B • Splash Suit • SCBA or Supplied Air • Next to highest level of protection 4

Levels of Protection LEVEL C • Splash Suit • Cartridge or canister APR • Minimal level of protection 5

Levels of Protection LEVEL D • Work uniforms • Minimum protection 6

KNOWING THE SUIT’S LIMITATIONS IS IMPORTANT FOR THE SAFETY OF THE RESPONDER 7

The State of Ohio Security Task Force (SOSTF) has made available the First Responder Kit for escape from a hazardous materials incident 8

PURPOSE 1. Personal protective clothing protects Ø From the rapid movement of a hazardous release Ø From accidental contact with a contaminated victim 2. The APR is donned for !! ESCAPE PURPOSES ONLY!! 9

CAUTION! IN NO WAY DOES THIS EQUIPMENT INCREASE THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY OF THE FIRST RESPONDER LEVEL AS DEFINED! 10

Respiratory Protection Standards v. OSHA – employers are required to develop and implement a written respiratory protection program (29 CFR 1910. 134) 11

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program Must consist of the following criteria: • Policy & Procedures • Selection criteria for PPE • Maintenance & Storage • Decon & Disposal • Training & Fitting 12

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program Additionally: • Donning & Doffing Procedures • Inspection Procedures • PPE Hazards & Limitations • Program Elevation 13

PPE & Respiratory Protection Training When you are provided with the First Responder Kit for hazardous materials response, you will be “fit-tested” and given further training in the use of this equipment. 14
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