Before donning PPE, remove personal items that may interfere, such as jewelry (e.g., rings that may puncture gloves), watches, coats/jackets, or additional bags, and leave them in a secure location outside the laboratory.
It is also recommended to leave personal cell phones outside the laboratory if possible; otherwise, they should stay secured in a pocket and not be used/handled when wearing PPE or any hazardous materials. Additional PPE-donning considerations include:
- Tie back long hair (if present)
- Select the appropriate size PPE and make sure it fits properly
- Before use, visually inspect all PPE for rips, tears, loose or missing snaps or straps, and discard and replace any defective PPE.
