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Appendix “ A ”. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the general term given to the protective clothing that is worn during a response to an incident. Levels of Protection. LEVEL A Vapor tight suit SCBA or Supplied Air HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROTECTION.
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Appendix “A” PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the general term given to the protective clothing that is worn during a response to an incident.
Levels of Protection LEVEL A • Vapor tight suit • SCBA or Supplied Air • HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROTECTION
Levels of Protection LEVEL B • Splash Suit • SCBA or Supplied Air • Next to highest level of protection
Levels of Protection LEVEL C • Splash Suit • Cartridge or canister APR • Minimal level of protection
Levels of Protection LEVEL D • Work uniforms • Minimum protection
KNOWING THE SUIT’S LIMITATIONS IS IMPORTANT FOR THE SAFETY OF THE RESPONDER
The State of Ohio Security Task Force (SOSTF) has made available the First Responder Kit for escape from a hazardous materials incident
PURPOSE • Personal protective clothing protects • From the rapid movement of a hazardous release • From accidental contact with a contaminated victim • The APR is donned for !!ESCAPE PURPOSES ONLY!!
CAUTION! IN NO WAY DOES THIS EQUIPMENT INCREASE THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY OF THE FIRST RESPONDER LEVEL AS DEFINED!
Respiratory Protection Standards • OSHA–employers are required to develop and implement a written respiratory protection program (29 CFR 1910.134)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program Must consist of the following criteria: • Policy & Procedures • Selection criteria for PPE • Maintenance & Storage • Decon & Disposal • Training & Fitting
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program Additionally: • Donning & Doffing Procedures • Inspection Procedures • PPE Hazards & Limitations • Program Elevation
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.