chemicals

Respiratory Protection:

• N95 respirators for particulates
• Full-face or half-face respirators with filters for chemical vapors
• Supplied-air respirators (SARs) for confined spaces or highly toxic gases

Foot Protection:

• Safety boots with chemical-resistant soles
• Boot covers for additional protection

Verification:

1. Supervisors must verify the PPE compatibility with the hazardous material.
2. Inspect PPE before use to ensure it is clean, undamaged, and functional.

4.2 Donning (Putting On) PPE

1. Ensure hands are clean and dry before wearing PPE.
2. Follow this sequence for donning PPE:
   1. Wear chemical-resistant boots (if required).
   2. Put on protective suits and ensure a snug fit without tears or loose areas.
   3. Wear gloves over the suit cuffs to ensure no skin is exposed.
   4. Wear safety goggles or face shields for eye protection.
   5. Secure respiratory protection as per guidelines (e.g., fit testing for masks).
   6. Confirm all PPE is properly fitted and secured.
3. Perform a self-check or ask a supervisor to confirm PPE is worn correctly.

4.3 Doffing (Removing) PPE

1. Remove PPE in a designated decontamination area to prevent contamination spread.
2. Follow this sequence for doffing PPE:
   1. Remove gloves carefully, turning them inside-out to contain contaminants.
   2. Remove protective suits by unzipping and rolling outward to avoid contact with skin.
   3. Remove respiratory protection last, avoiding contact with the face.
3. Dispose of single-use PPE in designated hazardous waste bins.
4. Clean reusable PPE as per manufacturer guidelines and SDS recommendations.

4.4 PPE Maintenance and Storage

1. Maintenance of PPE:
   1. Clean reusable PPE (e.g., suits, goggles) after every use with suitable decontaminants.
   2. Inspect PPE for wear and tear regularly; replace damaged PPE immediately.
   3. Respiratory protection filters must be replaced as per usage hours or manufacturer guidelines.
2. Storage of PPE:
   1. Store PPE in clean, dry, and designated storage cabinets or rooms.
   2. Ensure separation between clean and contaminated PPE.

4.5 Training and Compliance

1. PPE Training:
   1. Conduct training sessions on:
      • Proper selection and use of PPE
      • Donning and doffing techniques
      • Maintenance and inspection procedures
   2. Provide hands-on training with mock handling of hazardous materials.
2. Monitoring Compliance:
   1. Safety officers must conduct weekly PPE compliance audits.
   2. Document any non-compliance, provide corrective training, and issue warnings if necessary.

5) Abbreviations, if any

• PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
• SDS: Safety Data Sheet
• QA: Quality Assurance

6) Documents, if any

• PPE Inspection Checklist
• PPE Training Records
• Incident Reports for PPE Non-Compliance

7) Reference, if any

• OSHA Personal Protective Equipment Standard (29 CFR 1910.132)
• NIOSH PPE Guidelines
• Manufacturer Recommendations for PPE

8) SOP Version

Version: 1.0

Annexure

Template 1: PPE Inspection Checklist

 
 
 
Date
 
PPE Type
 
Condition
 
Inspected By
 
Remarks
 
 
 
DD/MM/YYYY
 
Gloves/Suits/Goggles
 
Good/Damaged
 
Inspector Name
 
Replaced/Needs Repair
 
 
 

Template 2: PPE Training Record

 
 
 
Date
 
Employee Name
 
PPE Type Trained
 
Trainer
 
Remarks
 
 
 
DD/MM/YYYY
 
Employee Name
 
Gloves/Suits/Respirators
 
Trainer Name
 
Completed/Needs Follow-Up