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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
While the NFPA standard provides guidelines and a framework for discussing PPE, the descriptive narrative does
not sufficiently identify the minimum performance criteria required to assure that the wearer is adequately
protected from any specific hazards.
Before determining the best suited protective garment for use in any chemical application, consult a trained
professional in safety or industrial hygiene. Protective garments made from GORE Chemical Splash Fabric
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do not provide protection from all chemicals or in all conditions, and has been tested for the chemicals document
in the Chemical Penetration Data Table only. The technical information set forth in the Technical Data and
Application Guide published by W.L. Gore and Associates, Inc. documents laboratory performance under
laboratory conditions. Technical Data testing contained herein is based on fabric only. WARNING: No garment or
protective apparel can offer absolute protection, even when new, and their protective performance will decline with
wear, tear, abrasion and other damage associated with use.
Protective garments made with GORE Chemical Splash Fabric provide a barrier to many inorganic and organic
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liquid challenges. If the safety requirement is to keep one or more of these liquid chemicals off the skin, then our
Chemical Splash Protective garments, in conjunction with good safety training and safety practices would be an
excellent choice.
WARNING: ®
WARNING: Do not use our Chemical Splash Protective garments made with GORE Chemical
Splash Fabric if vapor, or a vapor coming from a liquid represents a safety or health hazard.
Consult a trained professional in safety or industrial hygiene to assist in making this determination.
WARNING: ®
WARNING: Do not use our Chemical Splash Protective garments made with GORE Chemical
Splash Fabric for any untested, unknown, or FAILED liquid chemical challenges.
WARNING: ®
WARNING: Do not use our Chemical Splash Protective garments made with GORE Chemical
Splash Fabric for conditions of deluge or continuous chemical exposure.
FABRIC PROPERTIES LEGEND
Chemical Breathable Electric Arc Waterproof
Resistant Rated
Flame High Temperature High-Visibility
Resistant Liquid Chemical
Resistant
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