Which PPE is recommended when tanking concentrates or highly toxic sprays?

• A. Wear a face shield or tight fitting goggles with anti-fog lenses and indirect venting
• B. Wear only gloves
• C. No PPE required
• D. Wear a hard hat

Answer: (A)

Handling tanking concentrates or highly toxic sprays creates a real splash risk that can injure the eyes and face. The best protection is eye and face gear that fully covers and seals around the eyes, such as a face shield paired with tight-fitting goggles. The anti-fog lenses help you maintain clear vision, and indirect venting reduces the chance of vapors or splashes entering around the goggles. Wearing only gloves leaves the eyes exposed, and a hard hat doesn’t protect against chemical splashes. No PPE isn’t acceptable when handling potent pesticides. Always follow the product label or SDS for the exact PPE, but for this scenario, eye protection that shields the eyes and face is essential.