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Ken Yancey
Choosing Appropriate Clothing
Appropriate ClothingClothing should cover as much of the legs,
feet, arms and eyes as possible. E.G. No shorts, sandals or short sleeves
Avoid loose clothing which could spill chemicals or catch fire
If wearing good clothing be sure to wear a lab apron
Appropriate Clothing (Cont.)Lab clothing must:
Be worn to protect against minor spills or contamination of street clothing.
Be worn where chemical, biological or other hazardous materials are used or stored.
Be fitted properly so that they are fastened and flexible for use.
Be made of an appropriate material for the work environment. E.G. Cotton or polyester blend
Regularly cleaned and maintained.Be thrown out if showing wear.Not be worn eating areas, offices or public places.
Appropriate ShoesVery little
ProtectionProtection
from glass but not chemical spills
Protection from glass and small spills
Common Rules for Glove UseSelect:
Gloves resistant to the desired chemicals. (See MSDS)Appropriately sized gloves to prevent tearing or lose of
dexterity.Always:
Check gloves for any external tearing before using.Remove gloves so that the exterior doesn’t contact any
skin.Consider washing the surface of gloves frequently with
water.Avoid all naked flames.Do not reuse disposable gloves
Choosing GlovesConsult a glove selection chart
*http://www.allsafetyproducts.biz/page/74172
Eating in the LabEating in the lab probably won’t get you that
third arm you’ve been hoping for.Can result in accidentally ingesting harmful
chemicalsAll food will be banned from labs as of Fall
2010
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