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Wear clothing made from heavyweight, tightly woven, 100% wool or cotton
to protect from UV radiation, hot metal, sparks and open flames. Flame
retardant treatments become less effective with repeated laundering.
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Keep clothing clean and free of oils, greases and combustible contaminants.
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Wear long-sleeved shirts with buttoned cuffs and a collar to protect the neck.
Dark colors prevent light reflection.
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Tape shirt pockets closed to avoid collecting sparks or hot metal or keep
them covered with flaps.
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Pant legs must not have cuffs and must cover the tops of the boots. Cuffs
can collect sparks.
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Repair all frayed edges, tears or holes in clothing.
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