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Chapter 6: Personal Protective Equipment for Loading or Unloading MDI
When transferring MDI, personal protective equipment should be worn by employees and/or drivers engaged
in these activities if the possibility of exposure exists. This may, depending upon conditions, consist of:
• Chemical goggles;
• Face shield;
• Chemical gloves, resistant to MDI (5) ;
• Long-sleeve coveralls or full body suit, resistant to MDI (5) ;
• Fitted boots made of material(s) resistant to MDI (5) , and;
• Head protection, such as a close fitting hood, made of a material resistant to MDI (5) .
Taking samples for quality control analysis during off-loading is not recommended.
The use of suitable respiratory equipment is recommended whenever there is a potential for handling MDI at
elevated temperatures (above 120ºF) or in the presence of unknown airborne concentrations.
For additional information on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) refer to the manufacturer’s Material Safety
Data Sheet.
(5) See API protective glove/clothing permeation data—MDI User Guidelines for Chemical Protective Clothing Selection (AX-178).
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