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Respiratory Products (see pages 1-10, 14-30)
These respirators help protect against certain airborne contaminates. Before
use, the wearer must read and understand the User Instructions provided as a
part of the product packaging. A written respiratory protection program must be
implemented meeting all the requirements of OSHA 1910.134 including training, fit
testing and medical evaluation. In Canada, CSA standards Z94.4 requirements must
be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. Misuse
may result in sickness or death. For proper use, see packaging instructions,
supervisor, or call 3M OH&ESD Technical Service in USA at 1-800-243-4630 and
in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.
Air Monitoring Systems (see page 11)
Do not use for:
• Ammonia, carbon monoxide; ethylene oxide; formaldehyde; hydrogen sulfide;
isocyanates; methane; ethane; propane; methyl alcohol (methanol); methyl
chloride; methyl, dimethyl, trimethyl amines; organic solids; sulphur dioxide
• Reactive or polar compounds such as amines, phenols, aldehydes and low
molecular weight alcohols
• Extremely low concentrations within a sampling period of less than 8 hours
• Particulates
• Ethylene Oxide can be monitored using 3M
™
3550/3551 Ethylene Oxide Monitor.
Formaldehyde can be monitored using 3M
™
3720/3721 Formaldehyde Monitor.
Detection Products (see pages 12-13)
These instruments help monitor for the presence and concentration level of certain
specified airborne gases. Misuse may produce an inaccurate reading which means
that higher levels of the gas being monitored may be present and could result in
overexposure and cause sickness or death. For instruments with an oxygen
sensor installed, misuse may produce an inaccurate reading where lower or higher
levels of oxygen may be present and cause sickness or death.
Each person using this equipment must read and understand the information in
the User Instructions before use. Use of this equipment by untrained or unqualified
persons, or use that is not in accordance with the User Instructions, may adversely
affect product performance and result in sickness or death. For proper use, see
supervisor or User Instructions, or call 3M OH&ESD Technical Service in the USA
at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call 1-800-267-4414.
Thermal Imaging (see page 11)
Each person using this equipment must read and understand the information in
the User Instructions before use. Use of this equipment by untrained or unqualified
persons, or use that is not in accordance with the User Instructions, may adversely
affect product performance and result in sickness or death. For proper use, see
supervisor or User Instructions, or call 3M in USA at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada,
call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.
Hearing Protection Products* (see pages 31-34)
These hearing protectors help reduce exposure to hazardous noise and other loud
sounds. Misuse or failure to wear hearing protectors at all times that you
are exposed to noise may result in hearing loss or injury. For proper use, see
supervisor, User Instructions, or call 3M in USA at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada,
call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414. If there is any drainage from your ear
or you have an ear infection, consult with your physician before wearing earplugs.
Failure to do so may result in hearing loss or injury.
Eye and Face Products (see pages 35-38)
These eye and face protection products help provide limited eye and face
protection. Misuse or failure to follow warnings and instructions may result
in serious potential injury, including blindness or death. For proper use,
selection, and applications against flying particles, optical radiation and/or splash
see supervisor, read User Instructions and warnings on the package or call
3M OH&ESD Technical Service in the USA at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada,
call 1-800-267-4414.
Hard Hats (see page 38)
These hard hats provide limited protection only. Misuse or failure to follow
warnings and User Instructions may result in serious personal injury or
death. For proper use, see supervisor, or User Instructions, or call 3M OH&ESD
Technical Service in the USA at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call 1-800-267-4414.
Bumpcaps do not provide protection against impact from falling or glancing
objects nor do they protect against electrical hazards. Bumpcaps do not meet the
requirements of ANSI Z89.1. When head protection is required, wear a protective
hard hat or helmet that meets the requirements of ANSI Z89.1 2003.
Fall Protection Products (see pages 41-46)
Compliant fall protection and emergency rescue systems help prevent serious
injury during fall arrest. Users must read and understand the User Instructions
provided with the product and be properly trained by their employer prior to use
per OSHA 1910.66 and 1926.503 or applicable local standards. Misuse or failure
to follow warnings and instructions may result in serious personal injury or
death. For proper use, see supervisor, User Instructions, or call Technical Service
at 1-800-560-1094.
Welding Helmets (see pages 47-53)
This product is designed to help protect the wearer‘s eyes and face from harmful
radiation including visible light, ultra-violet radiation (UV), infra-red radiation (IR),
sparks and spatter resulting from welding processes. These products must be used
only by qualified persons who are properly trained in their use and maintenance.
Misuse may result in permanent eye injury and vision loss. Always wear ANSI
Z87.1 compliant safety spectacles in addition to any welding helmet. For proper
use, see supervisor, or User Instructions or call 3M in USA at 1-800-243-4630.
In Canada, call Technical Service at 1-800-267-4414.
Sorbent Products (see page 54)
Failure to properly handle and dispose of sorbents contaminated by hazardous
materials can result in serious physical injury or death and/or environmental
harm. For proper handling, consult the Material Safety Data Sheet for the material
absorbed, applicable safety and health standards, contact your supervisor, or call
3M OH&ESD Technical Service in the USA at 1-800-243-4630. In Canada, call
1-800-267-4414.
NRR footnote
* Research suggests that many users will receive less noise reduction than indicated by the NRR due to
variation in earplug fit and wearing time. It is recommended that the NRR be reduced by 50% for estimating
the average amount of noise reduction provided.