Decontamination Equipment - Decontamination PPE

OSHA provides a list of the following pieces of equipment needed for personnel and PPE.

• Drop cloths of plastic or other suitable materials (to place contaminated equipment and outer protective clothing)
• Collection containers like drums or lined trash cans (for storing disposable clothing, contaminated personal protective clothing, equipment
• Lined box with absorbents (for wiping or rinsing off contaminants)
• Large galvanized tubs, stock tanks, or children's wading pools (for holding wash and rinse solutions)
• Wash and rinse solutions (for washing off, rinsing, and reducing the hazards associated with the contaminants)
• Long-handled, soft-bristled brushes (for washing and rinsing off contaminants)
• Paper or cloth towels (for drying protective clothing and equipment)
• Lockers and cabinets (for storing decontaminated clothing and equipment)
• Metal or plastic cans or drums (for holding contaminated wash and rinse solutions)
• Plastic sheeting, sealed pads with drains, or other ways of containing and collecting contaminated wash and rinse solutions spilled during decontamination
• Shower facilities (for full body wash or, at a minimum, personal wash sinks) linked with appropriate drainage systems
• Soap or wash solution, washcloths, and towels (for staff)
• Lockers or closets (for storage of clean clothing and other items)

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