Where you work, how you work and what you are doing can and should help determine the type of personal-protective and respiration equipment you need. There are four different hazard classes according to the Code of Federal Regulations and you need to match your PPE and respiratory gear accordingly. Level A requires the highest level of protection for the skin and eyes. What you need:
Level B requires the highest level of respiratory protection, but less skin protection. What you need:
Level C has identified the contaminants, the concentrations and conditions are such that liquid splashes, or other direct contact will not adversely affect or be absorbed through any exposed skin. What you need:
Level D has identified no known hazards and the work functions preclude splashes, immersion or the potential for the unexpected inhalation or contact with hazardous levels of any chemicals. What you need:
When in doubt, err on the side of over-protection and keep in mind that a Level A situation also includes situations where hazards are suspected to be present or the absence of Level A conditions have not been determined. Safe is better than sorry, all day long.
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