How do I assign Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ratings to a product?
The employer who is familiar with the conditions under which the material will be used at the worksite should develop and provide the appropriate PPE ratings. For example, a material used in confined spaces will often call for a more protective level of PPE than one used in a well-ventilated area. Use information from the product MSDS along with knowledge of how the material will be used at the work location. Choose appropriate PPE that will protect the employees from the hazards the material will present under the actual normal conditions of use. For example, if the material is listed as an eye hazard on the label or MSDS, designate eye protection for employees handling the product. HMIS® is not intended for emergency circumstances.
