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Protective Apparel Training

There are 4 main types material of poly protective apparel

SBP Fabric

• Spunbond Polypropylene
• Most Comfortable
• Least Protection
• Keeps large particulates out

SMMMS Fabric

• Spunbond, Meltblown, Spunbond
• Increased barrier protection vs. SMS.  Dry particulate holdout. .25 micrometers
• Durable and abrasion resistant
• Breathable and comfortable for all day wear
• Antistatic NFPA 99

Microporous Fabric

• Spunbond with film laminate
• Splash Resistant.
• Durable and abrasion resistant
• Lightweight, breathable and comfortable Antistatic NFPA 99
• Low Lint
• Blood Barrier (ASTM F1670)

Barrier Fabric

• 2 layer construction using Spunbond and laminates
• High barrier protection.  Spray, Splash and Chemical Resistant.
• Durable and abrasion resistant
• Antistatic NFPA 99
• Low Lint
• Blood Barrier (ASTM F1670 and 1671)

BASIC SEAMS CONSTRUCTION

1. SERGED:  A Serged seam is generally used in light protection disposable garments and consist of using an interlock stitch where the two ends of the fabric meet producing a hardy and durable garment. POSIWEAR, Tyvek®, Kleenguard® A20,30,40, all SMS, SPS
2. BOUND:   A bound seam builds upon the construction of the Serged seam then reinforces the surged seam with an additional piece of like material sewn on top, resulting in increase particulate holdout and increased strength. TyChem® QC, KGA70, A80
3. TAPED:  Used in chemical barrier application, the taped seam is sewn then taped melted together by heat sealing. TyChem® SL, TyChem BR, LV, CPF 4, TK, KGA80
4. ULTRASONIC:   Thermally welded seams

STYLES

• Coveralls
• Lab coats & Shirts
• Bouffants
• Hoods
• Shoe & Boot Covers
• Pants
• Sleeves
• Aprons

Questions to get to the right product for the job!

• What are you trying to keep off ?
  • Dry particulates, light spray, liquid splash, chemicals, hazardous chemical
• What is the concentration level?
• Describe the size of the particulate/liquid.
  • Bigger or smaller than a grain of sand
• If chemical, what chemical?
• Environmental conditions
• What size do you need?
  • Select one size larger than actual size

Once you have identified the use, potential hazards and the consequences of exposure, select a fabric based on the innate characteristics of the fabric

Dry Particulate/Liquid Spray

• Use SBPP, SMS, SMMS,SMMMS, Coated SB Laminates
• Applications/Industries
  • Asbestos removal
  • Dry/Hazardous Chemicals
  • Cleanroom
  • General clean up
  • Food industry
  • Maintenance
  • Laboratories
  • Nuclear/Radioactive Equipment
  • Paint and Paint Spray
  • Waste Recycling/Collection
  • Hazardous material remediation
  • Foundries Metalworking
  • Construction/Building
  • Utilities
  • Mining

Liquid Splash

• Use Coated, SB Laminates
• Applications/Industries

• Acid Handling
• Bio-Hazard Exposure
• Chemical Mid Range Light Splash
• Chemical Increased Hazard/splash
• Construction/Building
• Flammable Materials
• Foundries/Metalworking/Mining
• Hazmat Response
• Hazardous Material Remediation
• Laboratories
• Maintenance
• PCB Remediation
• Refineries – Petro Chemical
• Warfare Agents/Chemical Materials
• Tank Cleaning/Maintenance

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