A Guide to Non-Respiratory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for use with Chemical Agents in the Workplace
English
Description
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) not properly worn or selected appropriately may be totally ineffective and may give the user a false sense of protection. The aim of this guideline is to provide basic information and general guidance on the selection, use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace for use with chemical agents. This guidance does not include advice on respiratory protective equipment (RPE).
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
Health and Safety Authority - HSA
Provider name (Original)
Health and Safety Authority — HSA
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Aerosols
Dusts
Fibres
Gases
Liquids
Nanoparticles (airborne liquids/solids including smoke or mist)
Solids
Vapours
Hazard - health effects
Not applicable
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Ingestion
Inhalation
Ocular (through eyes)
Substance Description
Water miscible substances, Weak acids/alkalis, Oils, Chlorinated hydrocarbons, Aromatic solvents, Aliphatic solvents, Strong acids, Strong alkalis, PCBs,
Prevention measures
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Training / guidance
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Guidance
Target group
All (no specific target group)