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Agreement No.55080 Level C. Liquid splash resistant ensemble, with same level of skin protection of Level B, used when the concentration(s) and type(s) of airborne substances(s) are known and the criteria for using air-purifying respirators are met. The following constitute Level C equipment and should be considered for use: · Liquid Chemical Splash Resistant Clothing (permeable or non-permeable) · Liquid Chemical Splash Resistant Hood (permeable or non-permeable) · Tight-fitting, Full Facepiece, Negative Pressure Air Purifying Respirator with the appropriate cartridge(s) or canister(s) and P100 filter(s) for protection against toxic industrial chemicals, particulates, and military specific agents. · Tight-fitting, Full Facepiece, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) with chemically resistant hood with appropriate cartridge(s) or canister(s) and high-efficiency filter(s) for protection against toxic industrial chemicals, particulates, and military specific agents. · Equipment or system batteries will include those that are rechargeable (e.g. NiCad) or non-rechargeable with extended shelf life (e.g. Lithium) · Chemical Resistant Gloves, including thermal, as appropriate to hazard · Personal Cooling System; Vest or Full Suit with support equipment · Hardhat · Inner Chemical/Biological Resistant Garment · Inner Gloves Chemical Resistant Tape · Chemical Resistant Boots, Steel or Fiberglass Toe and Shank · Chemical Resistant Outer Booties Level D. Selected when no respiratory protection and minimal skin protection is required, and the atmosphere contains no known hazard and work functions preclude splashes, immersion, or the potential for unexpected inhalation of, or contact with, hazardous levels of any chemicals. · Escape mask for self-rescue Note: During CBRNE response operations, the incident commander determines the appropriate level of personal protective equipment. As a guide, Levels A, B, and C are applicable for chemical/biological/radiological contaminated environments. Personnel entering protective postures must undergo medical monitoring prior to and after entry. All SCBAs should meet standards established by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for occupational use by emergency responders when exposed to Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) agents in accordance with Special Tests under NIOSH 42 CFR 84.63(c), procedure number RCT. CBRN-STP-O002, dated December 14, 2001. ODP anticipates making compliance with NIOSH SCBA CBRN certification a mandatory requirement for all SCBAs purchased under the FY 2004 State Homeland Security Grant Program. 31