{"id":3797,"date":"2014-04-29T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2014-04-29T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/blog\/?p=3797"},"modified":"2023-01-11T01:29:25","modified_gmt":"2023-01-11T07:29:25","slug":"what-to-wear-to-maximize-lab-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/blog\/what-to-wear-to-maximize-lab-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Wear to Maximize Lab Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div id=\"attachment_3800\" style=\"width: 142px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Product\/Scienceware_Hot_Hand_Rubber_Mitt\/EW-06910-00?referred_id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3800\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-3800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/scienceware-hot-hand-rubber-mitt.gif?w=132\" alt=\"Scienceware Hot Hand Rubber Mitt\" width=\"132\" height=\"150\"><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3800\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Scienceware Hot Hand Rubber Mitt<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><p>By wearing personal protective equipment and lab safety apparel, you protect yourself from chemicals, spills, toxins, germs, and other contaminants and perils in the lab and industrial settings. Here\u2019s a checklist of what you may need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Category\/Gloves\/7592?referred_id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Safety Gloves<\/strong><\/a> allow you to handle anything from biohazards to diffusion furnaces to liquid gas flasks to acids to solvents. When you\u2019re wearing the correct type of glove for your application, you can withstand temperature extremes, punctures, static, jolts, and also maintain your grip. Types of safety gloves include disposables, cleanroom, temperature-resistant, cut-resistant, chemical- and liquid-resistant, and electrical safety gloves in various materials.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Category\/Respirators_and_Masks\/7576?referred_id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Face masks<\/strong><\/a> restrict exposure to construction dust, foods, allergens, and other particulates. A step up from face masks are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Category\/Respirators_and_Masks\/7576?referred_id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\">respirators<\/a>, which can protect you from breathing in solid and liquid particles. Full-face respirators provide maximum protection.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Category\/Aprons\/7680?referred-id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Aprons<\/strong><\/a> keep your personal clothing from being exposed to cryogenically cold materials, solvents, vapors, microporous particles, and more. Unlike lab coats and coveralls, aprons do not limit shoulder or arm movement. Some aprons include a waterproof liner. Select an apron material that is rugged enough for your environment.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Category\/Lab_Coats\/7685?referred_id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Lab Coats or Barrier Gowns<\/strong><\/a> serve as a barrier from contaminants in the lab and your street clothes or uniform. When spills or splashes occur, they land on your lab coat instead of your sweater. Typically lab coats are made of cotton or specialized fabrics that will not melt. Gowns are generally lightweight and offer full frontal coverage to safeguard from light splashes, particulates, and some chemicals.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Category\/Coveralls\/16312?referred_id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Coveralls<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0offer more coverage than either aprons or lab coats. They are used for general maintenance, dry particulate protection, asbestos removal, paint spraying, and laboratory usage that necessitates a more comprehensive shield from dirt, grease, fluids, and more. Flame-resistant and water-repellent materials are available.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coleparmer.com\/Category\/Footwear\/7694?referred_id=5618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Shoe and boot covers<\/strong><\/a> protect from liquids and are water-resistant to safeguard shoes or boots. Some offer skid-free soles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/personal-protective-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener noreferrer\">OSHA guidelines<\/a> for specific suggestions and requirements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By wearing personal protective equipment and lab safety apparel, you protect yourself from chemicals, spills, toxins, germs, and other contaminants and perils in the lab and industrial settings. 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