Personal Protective Equipment Ppe MEDIUM 40 CFR § 170.507(b)(1)

When handling liquid pesticide formulations containing petroleum solvent carriers (such as Emulsifiable Concentrates - EC), which glove material is explicitly prohibited by EPA PPE standards?

Multiple Choice Options

A Barrier laminate.
B Butyl rubber.
C Cotton, canvas, or leather. ✓ OFFICIAL VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWER
D Nitrile rubber (minimum 14 mil thickness).
✓ LEGAL EXPLANATION & STATUTORY RATIONALE
40 CFR § 170.507(b)(1)
Official Manual Chapter: Chapter 6: Personal Protective Equipment

Cotton, canvas, and leather gloves absorb pesticides and chemical solvents, trapping them against the skin and drastically increasing dermal penetration. EPA Worker Protection Standard and label standards strictly forbid absorbent gloves; chemical-resistant materials like barrier laminate, nitrile, or neoprene must be worn.

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