OSHA issues LOI on caring for Flame-Retardant Clothing

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Details: Parent Category: Safety Info Posts; Category: OSHA Compliance Posts; Published: 01 September 2015

Question: Under OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1926.95(a) who is responsible for the laundering of fire retarding clothing that is provided to employees?

Answer: Criteria for Personal Protective Equipment - Title 29 CFR 1926.95(a) section states:

(a) Application. Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, shall be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation or physical contact.

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