National Core Pesticide Manual - Chapter Six

Question 1

Chemical Resistant

Answer 1

EPA defined as preventing any measurable amount of material from moving through the fabric of material

Question 2

Break Through and Effect

Answer 2

chemical moving through fabric areas; contact time, concentration, temperature and the product

Question 3

Good Practices for Basic Work Clothes

Answer 3

wear at a minimum; long sleeve shirt, long sleeve pants, ensure clothes are durable, wash work clothes at the end of the day separate from other clothing

Question 4

Coveralls

Answer 4

loose fitting one or two piece garments that cover the entire body except the head, hands and feet - can be disposable

Question 5

Gloves

Answer 5

most exposure occurs on the hands and forearms, protective gloves reduce exposure by 99%

Question 6

Types of Respirators

Answer 6

Atmosphere-supplying respirators, air purifying respirators

Question 7

Atmosphere-Supplying Respirators

Answer 7

supplied-air respirator, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Question 8

Air-Purifying Respirators

Answer 8

non-powered particulate respirators, powered air-purifying respirators (PAPR), chemical cartridge respirators (half & full facemask), gas masks w/ canisters

Question 9

Regulatory Agency for Respirators

Answer 9

NIOSH