Text equivalent of “Head to Toe Protection: Swine (Male)”

Exposures

  • Flying objects
  • Grain Dust
  • Chemicals
  • Noise
  • Sun

Lungs

N I O S H approved air purifying two strap N 9 5 or N 100 respirator or cartridge respirator with N 100 filter. Add ammonia filter for exposures to ammonia. With exposures to disinfectants, read the label for information on which cartridge to use.

Body

Sun safe clothing with U P F of at least thirty or use a broad spectrum (U V A and U V B) sunscreen with an S P F of thirty or higher.

Feet

Choose work shoes for the job and hazard that meet the A ST M F dash 2 4 1 2 dash 2005 and A S T M F dash 2 4 1 3 dash 2005 standard.

Remember, leather absorbs moisture and chemicals.

Head

When exposed to impact and penetration hazards wear a safety helmet or hard hat that fits appropriately and meets the (A N S I) Z 8 9 point 1 dash 2009 standard. For sun exposure, wear sun safe hat or sunscreen.

Ears

Hearing protection plugs or muff when exposed to noise above eighty five decibels (d B).

Eyes

Safety glasses that meet A N S I Z 8 7 point 1 N I O S H Standard. When exposed to sun, safety sunglasses that block ninety nine to one hundred percent of U V A and U V B light.

Reproductive

Exposure to pesticides and some worksite chemicals can compromise reproductive functions in men as well as women. Read labels carefully and be sure to use recommended precautions and protective equipment.

[The Fine Print]

This material was produced under a grant (S H 2 3 5 8 0 S H 2) from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U. S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U. S. Department of Labor, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial products, or organization imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Reviewed March 2022.

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