Personnel Protective Equipment

DOE-HDBK-1003-96

APPENDIX B

maintenance supervisor

worker

Describe procedural requirements for controlling confined space access

isolating, draining and flushing space prior to entry

ventilating space prior to personnel entry

testing atmosphere for oxygen concentration

testing atmosphere for explosive gas concentration

testing atmosphere for toxic gases

testing confined space for toxic contaminants

clearing internal obstructions (to prevent fouling safety lines)

identifying and correcting other hazards (e.g., slippery surfaces)

installing temporary lighting

using the "buddy" system

maintaining visual and verbal contact with outside personnel

Identify the tools and equipment that may not be used in confined spaces

Explain personnel, tool and equipment accountability

Describe the physiological effects of working in high temperature and high humidity

environments

Explain the use of safety equipment that may be used in confined spaces, emphasizing

unique applications (e.g., special clothing, ice vests)

Explain methods of maintaining and monitoring temporary ventilation equipment

Explain the danger of inert gases, such as nitrogen and argon, in confined spaces.

B.7 Personnel Protective Equipment

Instruction should enable the trainee to perform the following:

Locate the special storage facilities for protective equipment

Explain the inspection requirements for protective equipment prior to use

Explain the procedural controls for protective equipment

Explain the cleaning, decon or disposal of protective equipment

Explain the limitations of the protective equipment

Identify faulty protective equipment

Describe the application of each type of protective equipment

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