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In Canada, what personal protective equipment (PPE) is generally required when handling refrigerants, especially during recovery or charging?
Safety glasses with side shields protect against splashes, and chemical-resistant gloves protect hands from frostbite (due to refrigerant's low boiling point) a
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Question: In Canada, what personal protective equipment (PPE) is generally required when handling refrigerants, especially during recovery or charging?
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- Standard work gloves and a hard hat ✅ Safety glasses with side shields and chemical-resistant gloves
- Steel-toed boots and earplugs
- A full-face respirator and a Hazmat suit
Correct answer: Safety glasses with side shields and chemical-resistant gloves
Explanation: Safety glasses with side shields protect against splashes, and chemical-resistant gloves protect hands from frostbite (due to refrigerant's low boiling point) and chemical exposure. A full-face respirator/Hazmat suit is for extreme conditions, not general handling.
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