The emergency response team responded to a terrorist attack where hundreds of people died following symptoms of chest tightness, palpations, seizures, and finally paralysis
A colorless odorless liquid known as Sarin (GB) was the agent, which is primarily inhaled with limited exposure through the skin. The concentration of Sarin has not been measured. What level is the minimum level of personal protection and safety equipment (PPE) that would be needed?
a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D
ANS: B
Correct: Level B requires a high level of respiratory protection, but less skin protection, providing a chemical splash–resistant suit with hood and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). It provides maximum respiratory protection but less skin protection than level A equipment.
Incorrect:
a. Level A provides maximum respiratory and skin protection is provided and is used when agent is unknown.
c. Level C provides a respirator that can remove all anticipated contaminants and concentrations of chemical materials, but since the concentration is unknown level B is needed.
d. Level D protection is a uniform or scrubs appropriate when it has been determined that no respiratory or skin hazard is present.
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