Personal Protective Guide
Job Task: Chemical (Handling and Pouring)
Hazards: Eye, face and inhalation injury from splashes and vapors, skin burns due to chemical contact with skin, foot injury from dropped containers, and fire and explosion hazards.
Although other exposures exist, they are not controlled by personal protective equipment; therefore, they are not indicated in this manual.
Recommended Personal Protective Equipment:
| Recommended | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Hard Hat | |
| Safety Glasses | |
| X | Googles (Chemical) |
| X | Face Shield (Optional) |
| X | Gloves (Chemical Resistive) |
| X | Respirator (As Needed per MSDS) |
| Hearing Protection | |
| X | Safety Shoes/Boots |
| X | Chemical Resistant Clothing |
| Apron | |
| X | Long Sleeve Shirt/Pants |
| Reflective Garment/Vest | |
| Fall Protection | |
| Other |
Additional Comments: Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the chemical being handled. Face shields are considered secondary protection and should always be worn with safety glasses or goggles under the shield. Ensure emergency eye wash/shower is readily accessible. Transfer chemicals in a well ventilated area and avoid breathing vapors. Use proper bonding and grounding procedures for flammable and combustible liquids. Wash hands thoroughly after handling chemicals and before smoking, eating or drinking. Use two people to move or lift heavy drums or use mechanical means if available. Push drums rather than pulling them on a dolly to prevent them from falling on worker in case of a fall.
Reviewed: 2/2015 by Risk Management and Departmental Safety Committees