AP 1105 Protective Clothing: Maintenance, Replacement, Loss

Question 1

Can we use another member’s PPE?

Answer 1

Need the permission of the member or a DC.

Question 2

What to do when PPE gets lost, stolen or damaged?

Answer 2

Report to immediate supervisor. Lost or damaged reported with AP 1606. Stolen report to Law.

Question 3

Can we tamper with PPE?

Answer 3

No member shall remove, alter or adjust PPE.

Question 4

What is a routine inspection of PPE?

Answer 4

Conducted by the end user looking for damage, soiling or contamination. Conducted after each use.

Question 5

What is advanced cleaning and inspection?

Answer 5

Performed by trained personnel utilizing a washer/extractor. Certified personel. Performed atleast once every 12 months or when soiled/contaminated.

Question 6

What is preliminary exposure reduction?

Answer 6

Techniques for reducing soiling and contamination levels on exterior following incident ops. Conducted after each use if soiled.

Question 7

Specialized cleaning?

Answer 7

Cleaning by trained personnel to remove hazardous materials or biological agents.

Question 8

Who replaces gloves and hoods? How about all other PPE replacement or repair requests?

Answer 8

Gloves/hoods is disctict courier, everything else is Division Chief of Support Services.

Question 9

Color of trim for Jan-June?

Answer 9

Orange

Question 10

Color of trim for July-December?

Answer 10

Lime