Appendix F Sample Decontamination Layouts and Procedures for Levels of Protection A Through C

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APPENDIX F

SAMPLE DECONTAMINATION LAYOUTS AND PROCEDURES

FOR LEVELS OF PROTECTION A THROUGH C

The objective of these procedures is to minimize the risk of exposure to

hazardous substances in the field. Protective equipment must be worn by

personnel when response activities involve known or suspected hazardous

substances. The procedures for decontaminating personnel upon leaving the

contaminated area are discussed for personal protective equipment levels A

through C. The procedures given are for the maximum and minimum amount of

decontamination used for each level of protection.

The maximum decontamination procedures for all levels of protection consist of

specific activities at 19 stations. Each station emphasizes an important aspect of

decontamination. When establishing a decontamination line, each aspect should

be incorporated separately or combined with other aspects into a procedure with

fewer steps (such as the minimum decontamination procedures).

Decontamination lines are site-specific and vary depending on the types of

contamination and work activities conducted on-site. When the decontamination

line is no longer required, contamination wash and rinse solutions and

contaminated articles must be contained and disposed of as hazardous wastes in

compliance with State and Federal regulations.

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