1. Safety Moments Topic: Personal Protective Equipment
A Safety Moment is a brief safety talk about a specific subject at the beginning of a meeting or shift. Also known as safety minutes or safety chats, these talks can be done in a variety of ways, but are typically a brief (2-5 minute) discussion on a safety related topic. They can cover a variety of safety topics and remind employees of the importance of being safe; at work, at home and in all aspects of our lives.
Use one slide per Safety Moment (unless specified).

2. Safety goggles vs. glasses

3. Lab coats for splash protection
*All costs estimated from Amazon.com (2014)
Less flammable than blends
Stock room
~$20
Splash barrier
Less susceptible to acids than 100% cotton
Polyester/
Cotton Blend
100% Cotton
Lab Coat Information Table. Columbia University EHS, 2008.
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4. Flame retardant lab coats
*All costs estimated from Amazon.com (2014)
Breathable
Flame resistant
Launder without bleach
~$40
Less bulky than Nomex® fabric
~$100
Recommended
for pyrophorics
100% cotton +
Flame Retardant (FR)
Nomex®
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Laboratory Coat Selection, Use, and Care. MIT EHS, 2013.
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5. Lab coat compatibility
Major Hazard Protection
Coat Material
Cost*
Special Benefits
Solvent splash
Polyester/Cotton Blend
~$20
Better splash and corrosive protection, cheap
100% Cotton
Lower flammability, cheap
Fire
100% Cotton + Flame Retardant (FR)
~$40
Breathable, flame resistant (FR)
Fire, pyrophorics
Nomex IIIA
~$100
Better heat and FR, recommended for pyrophorics
Particles contamination, biological fluid, static
Microbreathe
~$140
Ideal for clean-room use or static dissipation
Non-hazardous mess
Polypropylene
~$10
Disposable
*On Amazon.com

6. PPE and Chemical Packages
PPE required to transport chemicals within and between labs
Best practice suggests PPE should be worn when opening packages containing chemicals
Packaging is form of engineering control
PPE protects in case that control fails

7. Cryogen vs. Autoclave Gloves
Autoclave gloves (aka Bel-Art gloves) are made of loosely-woven cotton
Heat resistant up to 232 °C, but woven cotton provides little protection to cold gases or liquids
Cryogenic gloves are made of nylon and PTFE and thus could melt at higher temperatures
Temp range of -260 to -300 °C
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8. Flame resistant sleeves
$11.00 per pair vs. ~$100 for a full lab coat
Fits over normal lab coat sleeve
Protects part of arm most likely to come in contact with flammables while working in the hood
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9. Glove Usage http://www.dehs.umn.edu/PDFs/gloves.pdf
Wear gloves of a material known to be resistant to permeation by the substances in use.
Look for an expiration date on individual packages of gloves.
Before use, check gloves (even new ones) for physical damage such as tears or pinholes. Check reusable gloves for previous chemical damage.
Dispose of gloves when they show any sign of leakage or deterioration.
Select gloves of the correct size and fitting.
Some gloves, especially lightweight disposables, may be flammable: keep hands well away from flames or other high temperature heat sources.
Replace gloves periodically, depending on the frequency of use and their permeation and degradation characteristics relative to the substances handled.
Remove gloves before handling objects such as doorknobs, telephones, pens, and computer keyboards.
When removing gloves, do so in a way that avoids skin contact with a possibly contaminated glove exterior.
Always wash hands after removing gloves.
Dispose of contaminated gloves properly.
Do not attempt to re-use disposable gloves.

10. Gloves the Basics (slide 1 of 2)
Select gloves made of material known to be resistant to permeation by the substances in use
Lab Safety Supply Company provides chemical compatibility guide for gloves at
Check gloves (even new ones) tears or pinholes
Select gloves of the correct size and fit
Too small  uncomfortable and may tear
Too large  low dexterity
Remove rings and jewelry that can tear gloves
Replace gloves when
Contaminated
Permeated by solvent
Torn
You have been wearing them awhile

11. Gloves the Basics (slide 2 of 2)
Some gloves, especially lightweight disposables, may be flammable
Keep hands well away from flames or other high temperature heat sources
Consider double gloving, if working with
A highly hazardous compound
Radioactive materials
Situations were there is a high potential for spills or splashes
Remove gloves before leaving lab area.
Remove in a way that avoids skin contact contaminated glove exterior
Dispose of gloves according to hazardous waste policy
Wash hands
Do not attempt to re-use disposable gloves.
Increased risk for contamination