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Pre-use information
Proper use
Proper use within the USA is consistent with NFPA 1500,
Standard on Fire
Department Occupational Safety and Health Program,
and 29
CFR
1910.132,
Personal Protective Equipment
.
Users in other countries are advised to consult national or other applicable
personal protective equipment regulations.
Safety considerations
All personnel should be well acquainted with this manual before using the suits.
Chemical response
Responding to hazardous chemical emergencies can be a very complex task
and may involve chemicals other than those listed in the NFPA 1994
Standard
on Protective Ensembles for First Responders to CBRN Terrorism Incidents
, or
in this documentation. Besides the specific chemical(s) encountered, other
aspects such as the concentration, temperature of the chemical, mixtures of
chemicals, flammability, toxicity etc. have to be considered.
Identify the chemicals before entering into the hazardous area in the chemi-
cal protective suit. Minimize the exposure to chemicals during the mission.
Avoid direct contact with the chemicals as far as possible.
Guidelines for use
Choosing the appropriate chemical protective suit, accessories and other neces-
sary equipment to deal with a CBW (Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents)
or other chemical emergency, has to be made by qualified safety professionals.
The TRELLCHEM® chemical protective suits are designed to be worn to-
gether with a breathing apparatus combined with a full face positive pressure
breathing mask.
