Sample PPE Inspection Checklists
Fully-Encapsulating Suits
Before use, check the operation of pressure relief valves.
Inspect the fitting of wrists, ankles, and neck of fully-encapsulating suits.
Inspect the fitting of wrists, ankles, and neck. Check face shield, if so equipped, for:
- cracks
- crazing
- fogginess
Respirators
SCBA
Inspect SCBAs:
- before and after each use
- at least monthly when in storage
- every time they are cleaned
Check all connections for tightness. Check material conditions for:
- signs of pliability
- signs of deterioration
- signs of distortion
Check for proper setting and operation of regulators and valves (per manufacturers' recommendations).
- check operation of alarm (cracks)
- crazing (a network of very small cracks)
- fogginess
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