Personal Protective Equipment for Investigating and Dismantling of Clandestine Drug Laboratories
Scope:
The scope of this standard is to assist first responders in selection, use and care of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during the high risk operation of investigating and dismantling Clan Labs, consequently, becoming a key resource for those responsible for training. The standard will:
- identify types of clandestine labs;
- identify types of hazardous materials found in clandestine labs and associated risks;
- include requirements for PPE (breathing apparatus/respirators, face/hood/head protection, gloves, and footwear);
- address key issues such as interchangeability and interoperability of equipment, and provide information on capabilities, limitations and decontamination/disposal of PPE;
- utilize data and research on past events that have occurred and the lessons learned from those past events; and
- contribute to understanding the characteristics and effects of exposure to various hazards found in a clandestine laboratory environment.
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