Other Protective Apparatus

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harmful to skin or capable of being absorbed through the skin. This class of protective clothing is

appropriate for most routine radiological work activities (see DOE Radiological Control

Manual). Level C protective clothing includes:

Coveralls (Radiological Control Manual),

Modest clothing under coveralls (e.g., shorts and T-shirt/long underwear),

Rubber/chemical resistant outer gloves rated for contaminant,

Inner gloves of light weight PVC or latex rubber,

Safety glasses or safety goggles (not required with full face respirator),

Face-shield if splash hazard exists (not required with full face respirator),

Steel-toe rubber boots,

Outer disposable booties,

Hood may be required for radiological work. (See DOE Radiological Control Manual),

Hard hat (as needed), and

Hearing protection (as needed).

5.4.3.3. Other Protective Apparatus

Other Level C protective apparatus which may be used includes:

Cooling unit/system,

Cold weather gear/clothing, and

Protection from biological hazards/pests.

5.4.4. Level D PPE

5.4.4.1. Respiratory Protection

There is no Level D PPE required for respiratory protection due to the nature of the hazard.

5.4.4.2. Protective Clothing

Level D protective clothing provides a low level of skin protection. It is used when there is no

potential for contact with hazardous levels of chemicals or radiological contamination. This

level should not be worn in the Exclusion Zone or the Contamination Reduction Zone. Oversight

personnel not in zoned areas, as well as site visitors, may be required to wear Level D modified

PPE.

Level D protective clothing includes:

Coveralls,

Modest clothing under coveralls,

Work gloves where appropriate,

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