PAM 40-173 — Occupational Health Guidelines For The Evaluation And Control Of Occupational Exposure To Mustard Agents H, Hd, And Ht
PAM 40-173 governs occupational health procedures and exposure controls for mustard in industrial, depot, and laboratory operations.
- Publication number: PAM 40-173
- Title: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH GUIDELINES FOR THE EVALUATION AND CONTROL OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO MUSTARD AGENTS H, HD, AND HT
- Date: 06/03/2003
- Proponent: TSG
- Status: ACTIVE
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PAM 40-173 covers exposure limits, hygiene, contamination control, respiratory protection, exposure monitoring, training, material safety data sheets, and medical surveillance. It requires controls for mustard exposure, employee information and training, medical evaluations, monitoring, and examination documentation.
Topics covered
- Mustard exposure limits
- Contamination control
- Respiratory protection
- Exposure monitoring
- Hygiene practices and facilities
- Employee information and training
- Material safety data sheets
- Medical surveillance examinations
Questions and answers
Can food or tobacco products be used in a mustard agent operating area?
Individuals will not store, use, or consume food, beverages, tobacco products, cosmetics, and chewing products in an agent operating area. (paragraph 2-2)
What must individuals wearing protective clothing and equipment use?
Individuals required to wear protective clothing and equipment must use the clean change area and shower facility. (paragraph 2-2)
What is required for ventilation when mustard is present?
Ventilate hoods continuously when mustard is present. (paragraph 2-3)
Are contact lenses allowed under respirators where mustard exposure is possible?
Workers may not wear contact lenses under the respirator in areas where potential exposure to mustard exists. (paragraph 1-1)
What fit testing is required for workers who wear respiratory protection devices?
Qualitatively fit test all workers who wear respiratory protection devices (para C-1). (paragraph 1-1)