PROTECTIVE GARMENTS FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERSAssistance in the selection of appropriate protective garments for the chemical, biological and other hazards that emergency responders may face in their duties.

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Firefighters and other emergency responders can come into contact with many different toxic chemicals and biological agents in the course of their duties. Skin contact represents a significant path of exposure for a huge proportion of industrial chemicals and blood-borne pathogens and it is vital that protective clothing is available that can provide the most appropriate barrier protection for the risk, or risks, concerned. Some preliminary selection guidance is provided in Figure 1. below.

What factors to consider when selecting protective garments? When selecting protective garments, the nature and scale of hazards, their likelihood, frequency, severity, location, expansion potential, concurrence with other hazards and the availability of resources to deal with them are amongst the factors that must be considered.

For instance, emergency response garments are often worn for long periods in very intense, stressful environments and in locations which may be physically inaccessible. This calls for protective clothing that is not only effective technically but can cope with the the duration and intensity of the response exercise. Wearer comfort must be considered alongside barrier performance since cumbersome garments can induce fatigue, heat stress and psychological tension. Garment weight, strength, durability and seam performance are other important factors.

Correct equipment, training and procedures are essential for a quick, efficient and safe response. Responders must take particular care when it comes to putting on and removing protective garments to avoid cross contamination. For advice on the recommended donning and doffing procedures please consult DuPont Personal Protection.

First Responder Protection from DuPontEmergency response coveralls from DuPont are designed to provide optimum safety whilst maintaining maximum operator comfort and mobility. Light, comfortable and ergonomically designed for movement and dexterity, they come with a range of features and optional accessories for enhanced protection, ease of use and wearability. These include fully elasticated hoods, ankles and wrists, double sleeves, protective socks and overboots, sealed zipper flaps, thumb loops, throat guards and over-taped seams.

Type of hazard (protection need)Suggested solution

Tychem® TK. Tychem®

ThermoPro* Tychem® F Tychem® C Tyvek® 800 J Tyvek®

Classic PlusTyvek®

Classic XpertGas-tight protection (toxic and corrosive) ✓ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗Flame, flash-fire and electric arc protection ⊗ ✓ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗Chemical weapons protection ✓ ✓ ✓ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗Organic chemicals ✓ ✓ ✓ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗Inorganic chemicals ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ⊗ ⊗ ⊗Water-based chemicals ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Jet ✓ Spray ✓ Light Splash ✓Biological protection ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Radioactive particles ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

* CE certification pending (chemical, heat, flame and electric arc protection)

Figure 1

A solution for every Emergency Response application

GUIDANCE ON SELECTING THE MOST APPROPRIATE GARMENT

Crime scene investigations

Drug preparation scenes White powder responses

Transportation of infected patients(even with highly

infectious diseases)Road traffic incidents

Fire scene investigationsClean-up after fire

Road and industrial accidents Handling leakage of flammable

substances Training activities

A detailed assessment is needed to ensure appropriate protection for the application

Tychem® CComfortable, lightweight protection against a wide range of inorganic chemical and biological hazards.yyChemical protective clothing, Category III, Type 3-B, 4-B, 5-B and 6-ByyEN 14126 (barrier to infective agents)yyEN 1073-2 (protection against radioactive contamination)yyEN 1149-5 (antistatic properties) – on the insideyyCoverall also available with attached socksyyAccessories available (gown, apron, sleeves, overboots)

Tychem® TK.Tychem® TK. gas-tight suit, for use with self-contained breathing apparatus, providing protection against a broad range of toxic, corrosive gases, liquid and solid chemicals.yyChemical protective clothing, Category III, Type 1a-ET, limited useyyCertified according to EN 943-2 (protective clothing against liquid and gaseous chemicals)yyAlso available with detachable HazMat chemical boots

Tychem® ThermoPro360o protection against chemicals, flame and electric arc in a single-layer garment.yyCE certification pending (chemical, heat, flame and electric arc protection) ThermoPro coveralls* are certified according to:yyNFPA 1992, Standard on Liquid-Protective Clothing and Ensembles for Hazardous Materials Emergencies yyNFPA 2112, Standard on Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel against Flash FireyyNFPA 70E, Electrical Arc Flash Hazard Category 2yyAlso available as Combo suit (bib overall and jacket) and sleeved apron

* Does not refer to Combo suit (bib overall and jacket) and sleeved apron

Tychem® FTrusted protection against a broad range of toxic industrial organic chemicals, highly concentrated inorganic chemicals, particulates, biohazards and chemical warfare agents.yyChemical protective clothing, Category III, Type 3-B, 4-B, 5-B and 6-ByyEN 14126 (barrier to infective agents)yyEN 1073-2 (protection against radioactive contamination)yyEN 1149-5 (antistatic properties) – on the insideyyCoverall also available in orange colour or grey with attached socksyyTychem® F grey Accessories available (gown, apron, sleeves, overboots)

FUTURE DUPONT™ TYCHEM® GARMENTS

GARMENTS AVAILABLE AT DUPONT SPECIALITY PARTNERS

Custom-made garments, including ventilated coveralls, made from DuPont™ Tychem® fabric

Tychem® 6000 FTrusted protection against a broad range of chemicals and biohazards in an IMPROVED design

Tychem® 2000 CComfortable lightweight protection against biohazards and inorganic chemicals in an IMPROVED design

DUPONT™ TYCHEM® GARMENTS

NEED HELP FINDING AND SELECTING PROTECTIVE CLOTHING?DuPont can provide full information on the range of options available and provide assistance with the matching of protection to anticipated exposure risks. For details of the full DuPont range and for fabric permeation data go to DuPont™ SafeSPEC™ Selector Tools and see solutions proposed for your tasks, at www.safespec.dupont.co.uk

The selection of appropriate the PPE (including respiratory, eye, head, foot, and hand protection) is the responsibility of the end-user and must be made following a thorough hazard assessment of the work tasks and the environment. It must also be checked that the selected PPE meets relevant government and industry standards. The information provided by DuPont is not intended as a substitute for any hazard assessment testing that the end-user needs to conduct to determine for themselves the suitability of our products for their particular purposes. This information is offered for consideration and is not a recommendation.

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Tyvek® Classic XpertBroad protection against a range of threats, including pharmaceutical and radioactive particulates and light water-based chemical liquid splashes, in a breathable garment for greater wearer comfort.

Tyvek® 800 JThe new, breathable garment for protection against a broad range of water-based inorganic chemicals under pressure.

Tyvek® Classic PlusIdeal for occupations that require effective whole suit protection against liquid spray aerosol (unpressurised) or airborne solid particulates including asbestos, yet robust and breathable.

DUPONT™ TYVEK® GARMENTS

yyChemical protective clothing, Category III, Type 3-B*, 4-B, 5-B and 6-ByyEN 14126 (barrier to infective agents)yyEN 1073-2 (protection against radioactive contamination)yy EN 1149-5 (antistatic properties) – on the inside * Additional taping of cuffs, ankles, hood and zipper flap are required to achieve a Type 3 liquid tightness

yyChemical protective clothing, Category III, Type 4-B, 5-B and 6-ByyEN 14126 (barrier to infective agents)yyEN 1073-2 (protection against radioactive contamination)yyEN 1149-5 (antistatic properties) – on both sides

yyChemical protective clothing, Category III, Type 5-B and 6-ByyEN 14126 (barrier to infective agents)yyEN 1073-2 (protection against radioactive contamination)yyEN 1149-5 (antistatic properties) – on both sides

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