Donning & Doffing Procedure; Decontamination Advice - Microgard 801-G02 Instrucciones De Empleo

Donning/Use Procedure
Prior to use
It is recommended that;
• Prior to use of MICROCHEM
suits full training is given on the safe use and
limitations by a competent person.
• For safety purposes and to ensure proper closure it is
suggested to have an assistant ("buddy") to help with
the donning and doffing of the suit.
• A visual inspection must be performed prior to the
wearer donning the suit. The inspection should
include the following:
• Gloves have no splits or tears
• Zip operates correctly/pull-tab is in good condition
• Material integrity (no tears, holes, good seams)
• Visor (not scratched or scuffed)
• Exhalation valves (no visible damage or distortion)
• To help prevent the visor from fogging/misting in
use each MICROCHEM
a complimentary FOGTECH
FOGTECH DX should be applied to the inside and
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outside of the visor, prior to donning and use, by the
following method; Tear open the packet and remove
the Wipe. Do not unfold the towelette. Briskly, with
overlapping strokes, paint on a thin, wet coat of
FOGTECH
DX onto the inside of the visor. There is
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no need to press hard or to rub until dry! Without
touching the coating, let FOGTECH
seconds. Note: Any odour should go away in about
60 seconds or so. FOGTECH
water or a damp cloth.
In the event of ANY visible DEFECT DO NOT USE!
Donning (Dressing) Procedure (GA1 & G02)
(FIG. illustrations can be found on page 42):
• For safety purposes and to ensure proper closure it is
necessary to have an assistant ("Buddy ") to help with
the donning and doffing of the suit.
• Select a dressing area free from potential
contaminants or general debris. If deemed necessary
(i.e. for outside donning) layout a salvage sheet(s). As
appropriate, the wearer should remove helmet, boots,
personal jewellery and any sharp objects.
• The assistant should then help with the following
dressing sequence:
• Remove the suit from its sealed storage box.
• Perform a visual inspection.
• If optional pass thru is fitted the couplings must be
checked for compatibility with the SCBA being used then
connected once the suit is at waist height during donning.
• Wearer dons SCBA set in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions, leaving the facemask
hanging from its strap around their neck. (Fig 1)

DECONTAMINATION ADVICE

The suit can be decontaminated by means of a high
pressure shower to remove any hazardous chemicals
allowing the wearer to undress from the suit. If a
high pressure shower is unavailable the suit can be
decontaminated using large volumes of water and
a suitable detergent. (Note: If the garment has been
contaminated by an acid then a neutralizing solution
6000 encapsulated
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6000 suit is supplied with
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DX Anti-fog wipe. The
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DX dry for 10
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washes off with plain
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DONNING & DOFFING PROCEDURE
• If radio communications are to be used they should
be tested prior to the wearer donning the suit.
• With assistance, the wearer steps into the suit
and lifts it to waist level, ensuring your feet are
positioned correctly in the socks or the permanently
attached boots. The socks are designed to be worn
inside chemical protective wellington boots (sold
separately), with the over-flap positioned over the top
of the wellington boot opening. (Fig 2-5)
• Carry out necessary pre-entry checks, switch on the
SCBA and put on the face mask in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions. (Fig 6)
• Wearer folds arms across their chest, whilst the assistant
lifts suit over SCBA and the wearer's head. (Fig 7-8)
• Assistant should arrange suit/visor for comfort and
carefully but firmly zip up the suit, the zip is fully
closed with the flap secured by the velcro in the
correct place. (Fig 9)
• Wearer can now slide arms into sleeves and place
hands into the attached gloves. (Fig 10)
• If donning a GO2 suit, an additional outer glove must be
worn for mechanical protection, Fold back the outer
cuff, fit glove, replace outer cuff back over glove and
fasten hook and loop strap to seal. ( Fig 11)
• The wearer is now ready to perform their duties.
Doffing (Removing the Protective Suit)
Attention! If the protective suit is heavily soiled
decontamination procedures should be carried out
by an assistant before removing to ensure that toxic
agents are removed from the protective suit.
(1) Open the zip cover. Carefully open the zip by pulling
gently. As the zip slider moves, hold on to the suit
material at the same level. Opening with excessive
force can cause irreparable damage.
(2) Pull your arms from the sleeves and hold on to the
visor from the inside
(3) Open the protective suit carefully
(4) Pull the protective suit off
(5) Refer to page 5 for instructions on the safe disposal
of used suits
ATTENTION!
In order to prevent the penetration of toxic agents
the zip must be fully closed and the zip flap secured
in place. In order to verify this, the assistant can look
through the visor from the outside towards the zip
end. If any light can be seen please check the zip is
fully closed to the end chamber.
Close the zip by gently pulling. As the zip slider moves,
hold on to the suit material at the same level. Pulling
with excessive force can lead to irreparable damage.
should be used. Water will neutralize alkali solution. For
advice please contact Microgard Ltd.) All waste effluent
must be disposed of in accordance with the applicable
waste disposal regulations. Your local authority can
provide further details. A buddy should be used to help
carry out appropriate pre cleaning and decontamination
of the wearer.
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