SOP Manual - Cleveland Fire Department

Cleveland Fire Department
Operations Manual
Level D
A work uniform affording minimal protection used for nuisance contamination only. The following
constitute Level D equipment; it may be used as appropriate:
1. Coveralls
2. Gloves
3. Boots/shoes, chemical-resistant, steel toe and shank
4. Boots, outer, chemical-resistant (disposable)
5. Safety glasses or chemical splash goggles
6. Hard hat
7. Escape mask
8. Face shield
Level D protection should be used when:
1. The atmosphere contains no known hazard.
2. Work functions preclude splashes, immersion, or the potential for unexpected inhalation of or
contact with hazardous levels of any chemicals.
Materials Brought to a Cleveland Fire Department Station
If a material, that is or has the potential of being hazardous, is brought to a Cleveland Fire Department
Station, the material should be kept in the person’s vehicle until steps can be taken to determine the level of
risk. At no time, should the person/persons be allowed to leave the premises until back ground information,
history of the hazard, location the hazard was found, etc. has been taken and passed to the shift commander.
This information will help the commander determine if a hazardous material response should be started.
If you come in contact with the person/persons transporting the alleged hazardous material, you should be
treated as contaminated until further knowledge of the hazard can be attained.
Effective: June 1, 1997 Revised: 5/14/2009 Page | 138
Approved by: Chief Chuck Atchley