| Choosing the right type of protective suit involves | | | | protective suit simply needs to cover your |
| finding the perfect combination of comfort and | | | | clothing and skin. Other items for this level include |
| safety. You want something that is easy to work | | | | such as safety boots, gloves, hard hats, masks, |
| in, but it also needs to meet the safety standards | | | | and shields. The next level of risk, level C, is |
| in your area. This means deciding the level of risk | | | | reserved for situations where you know what the |
| the suit should be rated at as well as the material | | | | chemical is and there is some gas or vapors. |
| characteristics of the plastic suit all comes into | | | | Along with a hooded plastic suit or disposable |
| play. | | | | coveralls, you will also need an air purifying mask, |
| Risk Levels | | | | chemical resistant gloves, boots, and possibly a |
| The lowest level, D, is where the situation | | | | hard hat. |
| involves no actual risk or hazard. This level of | | | | |