Controlling Exposure
Exposure to CR(VI) can be controlled through a number of strategies; Engineering controls, administrative/work practice controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE):
- OSHA Cr(VI) standards require employers to use feasible engineering and administrative/work practice controls to reduce and maintain employee exposures at or below the permissible exposure limit (PEL).
- Whenever engineering and administrative/work practice controls are not sufficient, the employer should use such controls to reduce employee exposure to the lowest levels achievable, then supplement those controls with respiratory protection and, in general industry, establish a regulated area to warn employees and limit access.
- Include hygiene areas and practices, housekeeping and cleaning methods, medical surveillance, and employee information and training.
- Where a hazard is present or is likely to be present from skin or eye contact with Cr(VI), the employer should provide appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment.
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9-3. In general industry, what must the employer do when engineering and work practice controls are not sufficient?
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