A Chapter 29 new method to clean dust from soiled work clothes

Pollock, D. E.

doi:10.1201/9781439833391.ch29

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“…This decontamination method was inspired by the NIOSH Clothes Cleaning System [Pollock et al 2006], which is used in the mining industry to remove dust from workers' clothing. However, the NIOSH Clothes Cleaning System is large, expensive and non-portable.…”

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Rapid dry field decontamination method for firefighters.

2017

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This report describes the development of a prototype system for use by firefighters at a fire scene, the rapid dry firefighter field decontamination system (RDFFDS). Some diseases occurring at higher rates in firefighters than in the general population, including cardiovascular disease and certain cancers, may result from firefighters' exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace. The new RDFFDS utilizes air jets to remove particulate contamination from firefighter turnout gear and equipment. Multiple studies have shown that, during fire response, firefighter gear becomes contaminated with hazardous substances including heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Many of these substances may be adsorbed onto particulate matter and carried back to firehouses, as shown by analysis of vacuum cleaner dust collected in California fire stations. Field decontamination before entering vehicles may reduce the amount of contamination brought back to the fire station and reduce continuing personnel exposures when the gear is re-worn. Results of laboratory testing of prototype decontamination methods identified several methods capable of removing 70-80% or more of a test soil from cloth swatches. One prototype method field tested during firefighter training activities required only about 1 minute for decontamination of firefighter turnout coat and pants. Further field testing is necessary to confirm the acceptance and effectiveness of this technology.

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Rapid dry field decontamination method for firefighters.

2017

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“…If it is not possible to shower or change into clean clothes, use a vacuum with a high-efficiency filter to remove dust from clothes. An effective method to remove dust from clothing involves a booth under negative pressure that uses an air spray manifold to blow dust from clothing [Pollock et al 2006]. Do not use a compressed air hose to remove dust from clothing.…”

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Reducing hazardous dust exposure when rock drilling during construction.

Cecala¹,

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“…If it is not possible to shower or change into clean clothes, use a vacuum with a highefficiency filter to remove dust from clothes. An effective method to remove dust from clothing involves a booth under negative pressure that uses an air spray manifold to blow dust from clothing [Pollock et al 2006].…”

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Reducing hazardous dust exposure when dowel drilling in concrete.

2015

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A Chapter 29 new method to clean dust from soiled work clothes

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Rapid dry field decontamination method for firefighters.

Rapid dry field decontamination method for firefighters.

Reducing hazardous dust exposure when rock drilling during construction.

Reducing hazardous dust exposure when dowel drilling in concrete.

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