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SEL Number: 01EM-02-GARM
Title: Garment, Emergency Medical, Multiple-Use, NFPA 1999


Last Updated: 9/23/2018 3:51:58 PM

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Description: Multiple-use emergency medical protective garment (certified as compliant with NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1999).

ImportantFeatures: Under NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1999, multiple-use garments may be either full body outfits such as coveralls or jacket/pants combinations, or partial body clothing such as smocks, aprons, or sleeve protectors. Partial body garments are subject to specific coverage area requirements. In either case, the area of the body covered by the garment must afford complete barrier protection. For example, a garment with barrier panels built into the front of the garment, but non-barrier materials in the back, would be considered unacceptable per NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1999. Multiple-use garments are assessed for their performance after 10 launderings to determine whether the garment still provides minimum levels of material and overall garment performance. Multiple-use garment materials are subjected to higher levels of physical strength or durability requirements than single-use garments. The barrier layer must provide protection against bloodborne pathogens as demonstrated through a viral penetration resistance test. The overall garment composite for full body garments must also be breathable for improved wearer comfort.

Operating Considerations: NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1999-compliant garments should be used whenever the potential for blood or body fluid contact exists. Garments should be selected so that they cover and protect the areas of the wearer's body that are likely to be exposed to blood and other body fluids. Use considerations are provided in OSHA Title 29 CFR
Code of Federal Regulations
Sections 1910.132 and 1910.1030; NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program; and NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1581, Standard on Fire Department Infection Control Program.

Training Requirements: Core Training: OSHA 1910.132.
Initial Training: Minimal (<1 day)
Sustainment Training: Minimal (<1 day)

Mandatory Standards:


Applicable Standards and References:


MSSL:
  • Responder Safety: Infectious Diseases
  • Medical: Point of Dispensing
  • Mortuary Operations
  • Mass Care / Shelter
  • REL: Full Canadian Recommended Equipment List
  • REL: LOS-4, Evac and Perimeter Control