HazMat First Responders 5th - Don, Work in, and Doff a Level C Ensemble

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This skill video demonstrates how to don, work in, and doff a Level C ensemble.
NOTE: If using a PAPR, these steps will need to be modified according to AHJ’s SOPs.
1. Perform a visual inspection of PPE for damage or defects.
2. Don Level C PPE and secure closures.
3. Don work boots.
4. Pull ensemble leg opening over the top of the work boots.
5. Don respirator.
6. Pull ensemble hood up completely so that facepiece straps and skin are not exposed.
7. Don inner protective gloves.
8. Don outer protective gloves.
9. Pull ensemble sleeves over the outside of the gloves.
NOTE: Tape wrists and gaps if required by SOPs.
10. Breathe through respirator and ensure that respirator is functioning properly.
NOTE: Don protective headgear per SOPs.
11. Perform preentry checks as per AHJ’s SOPs.
12. Perform work assignment.
13. After assignment has been performed, proceed to decontamination line.
14. Undergo decontamination as per AHJ’s SOPs.
15. Doff ensemble according to AHJ’s SOPs, avoiding contact with outer ensemble or surfaces that may be contaminated.
16. Doff respirator according to AHJ’s SOPs.
17. Conduct a post-entry inspection of PPE for damage or defects according to AHJ’s SOPs and document findings.
18. Return to proper storage as per manufacturer’s instructions.