Greater Houston Industrial Hygiene Council

Meeting Agenda


Personal Protective Equipment
Session Arranged by:  W. Bryce Matthews, Jr. CIH, CSP, DuPont - Sabine River Works

October 16 , 2003 Meeting Agenda

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8:30 - 9:00 AM
 Registration
9:00 - 10:45 AM
 Hand Protection

DuPont Kevlar is a strong, lightweight, fiber offering protection from cut, laceration and Thermal hazards. Live demonstration with the DuPont Torture Chamber.

Karen Turner
DuPont Personal Protection
Howell, MI
10:45 - 11:00 AM
 BREAK
11:00 - 12:00 PM

Protective Apparel for dry particulate and light liquid splash

Understanding the benefits and limitations of the various products available in today's market. Which products meet the asbestos and lead standards? Which products are best for barrier, comfort, and durability?

Kyle Kerbow
DuPont Personal Protection
Kingwood, TX

12:00 - 1:00 PM
 LUNCH
1:00 - 2:15 PM
Chemical Protective Clothing

Understanding the regulatory requirements, types, construction, testing, and uses of chemical protective clothing so you can select the appropriate protective clothing and use it effectively.

Kyle Kerbow
DuPont Personal Protection
Kingwood, TX
2:15 - 2:30 PM
 BREAK
2:30 - 4:30 PM
 Flame Resistant Clothing

Why wear it? What are the expectations and uses? What are the standards and regulations surrounding FR clothing? How to properly take care of FR clothing.

 Steve Mata
DuPont Personal Protection
Katy, TX
4:30 PM
 Adjournment
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