This handbook has general chapters dealing with control principles and various hazards followed by separate chapters covering protection of affected organs and parts of the body; gives general and specific information on the rationale for using various items of personal protective equipment and clothing, together with significant aspects of their selection, use, fit and comfort, care and maintenance, and appropriate instruction and training strategies.

Provides guidance for occupational hygienists, and other occupational health and safety practitioners, training personnel, workshop and laboratory supervisors, industrial relations officers, union officials, members of occupational health and safety committees, students in occupational health and safety courses and other persons concerned with occupational personal protection.

Also referred to as HB 9 1994.