Standard Guide for Home Laundering Care and Maintenance of Flame Resistant or Arc Rated Clothing

Importancia y uso:

5.1 This guide is intended for use by employees of the end user, such as safety personnel or program administrators, who have chosen to implement a home-laundered flame resistant or arc rated clothing program.

5.2 This guide describes the key components involved in the home care and maintenance of flame resistant or arc rated clothing. The decision to home launder flame resistant or arc rated clothing is part of an overall hazard analysis. It should include the nature of the hazard, the soils, and any chemicals present in the workplace. Conditions may exist that require work apparel to be cleaned at work or professionally due to the risk of contamination of the home or waste water caused by the wearer’s on-the-job exposure.

5.3 The guide provides the end user assistance to follow laundering methods that will clean the garment and maintain the flame resistant or arc rated characteristics of the clothing during its useful service life. The guide also provides suggestions for increasing the wear life, appearance, and function of the clothing.

5.4 The guide also provides suggestions as to when flame resistant or arc rated garments should be removed from service.

5.5 The guide provides direction on proper garment repair, modification, and permanent removal from service.

Subcomité:

F23.80

Referida por:

F1506-22, F1449-20

Volúmen:

11.03

Número ICS:

97.060 (Laundry appliances)