PPE Image Gallery: Dermal Protective Equipment - Civilian
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Dermal PPE - Civilian
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Level A equivalent1
- Totally encapsulating
- Liquid chemical- and vapor-protective suit
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Level A equivalent - Totally encapsulating chemical- and vapor-protective suit
Must be worn (per OSHA HAZWOPER Standard, 29CFR1910.120 App. B)
For more examples of Level A equivalent PPE, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Level B equivalent2
- Non-gas-tight encapsulating suit
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Level B equivalent - Non-gas-tight encapsulating suit
May be worn (per OSHA HAZWOPER Standard, 29CFR1910.120 App. B)
For more examples of Level B equivalent PPE, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Level C equivalent5
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Level C equivalent
May be worn (per OSHA HAZWOPER Standard, 29CFR1910.120 App. B)
- When environmental contaminants, liquid splashes, or other direct contact will not adversely affect or be absorbed through any exposed skin;
- Only if air contaminants have been identified, concentrations measured, and an air-purifying respirator is available that can remove those contaminants; and
- If all criteria for the use of air-purifying respirators are met.
For more examples of Level C equivalent PPE, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Level C equivalent: bunker gear
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Level C equivalent: bunker gear
- aka turnout gear or firefighter protective clothing
- Flame- and water-retardant pants and overcoat
- Helmet, gloves, footwear, and hood
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Level D equivalent6
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Level D equivalent
May be worn (per OSHA HAZWOPER Standard, 29CFR1910.120 App. B)
- If work atmosphere contains no known hazard; and
- If work functions preclude splashes, immersion, or potential for unexpected inhalation or contact with hazardous levels of any chemicals.
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Chemical-resistant jackets, big overalls and coveralls7
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Chemical-resistant jackets, big overalls and coveralls
For more examples of chemical-resistant garments and hoods, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Chemical-resistant inner suit8
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Chemical-resistant inner suit
Tyvek® suit:
- Made by DuPont company
- Provides skin protection against hazardous dry particles, aerosols, and nonhazardous light liquid splashes
Tychem® suit:
- Made by DuPont company
- A range of garments, each engineered to provide skin protection against different hazards
- Hazardous dry powders & solids
- Bloodborne pathogens & biohazards
- Light chemical splashes & aerosols from inorganic acids & bases
- Moderate liquid chemical splashes from organic solvents
- Heavy liquid chemical splashes from toxics, corrosives, known carcinogens
- CBRN agents, Toxic Industrial Chemicals, Toxic Industrial Materials
- Chemical vapors & gases including toxics & corrosives
For more examples of Tyvek® or Tychem® suits, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Chemical-resistant gloves9
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Chemical-resistant gloves
- Can include inner and outer gloves, plus sleeves
- May be included as one element of a complete protective ensemble or purchased separately to complete an ensemble
- If purchased separately, must be certified for wear with the chosen protective ensemble
- Some standards require specific gloves be worn with certified ensembles.
For more examples of chemical-resistant gloves, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Chemical-resistant boots2
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Chemical-resistant boots
- Can provide complete CBRN protection or additional chemical barrier protection as overboots
- May be included as one element of a complete protective ensemble or purchased separately to complete an ensemble
- If purchased separately, must be certified for wear with the chosen protective ensemble
- Some standards require specific boots be worn with certified ensembles
For more examples of chemical-resistant footwear, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Chemical-resistant boot covers10
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Chemical-resistant boot covers
For more examples of chemical-resistant footwear, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Protective eyewear: safety goggles2
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Protective eyewear: safety goggles
For more examples of chemical-resistant eye and facewear, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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Protective eyewear: face shield2
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Protective eyewear: face shield
For more examples of chemical-resistant eye and facewear, see Responder Knowledge Base (DHS/FEMA)
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References:
- Department of Homeland Security Guide 102-06, Guide for the Selection of Personal Protective Equipment for Emergency First Responders, (PDF - 6.95 MB) (DHS, January 2007). Available at the FEMA Responder Knowledge Base website. Password and log in required.
- Responder Knowledge Base. The Responder Knowledge Base "provides emergency responders, purchasers, and planners with a trusted, integrated, online source of information on products, standards, certifications, grants, and other equipment related information." (DHS/FEMA)
- InterAgency Board (IAB) for Equipment Standardization and Interoperability. The IAB provides the responder community with the Standardized Equipment List (SEL). The SEL has traditionally contained a list of generic equipment recommended by the IAB to local, state, and federal government organizations preparing for and responding to all chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) events. (The InterAgency Board)
- Managing Hazardous Materials Incidents. Section II. Emergency Medical Services Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents (PDF - 269 KB) (CDC/ATSDR)
- Image source: Environmental Risk Assessment, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services)
- Image source: Healthcare Purchasing News
- Image source: Lab Safety Supply
- Image source: Cleanroom Supplies Ltd
- Image source: CP Lab Safety
- Image source: Lab Safety Supply
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