Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Appropriate PPE must be worn when working with formaldehyde solutions of 1% or more. Appropriate PPE includes:
  • Protective clothing that is impervious to formaldehyde
  • Gloves
  • Face shield
  • Face shield and chemical safety goggles, if there is a danger of formaldehyde reaching the area of your eyes