Inspection Checklist for Aircraft Accident Investigation Go-Kit PPE

P100 respirator - Check latex straps for deterioration

Disposable coveralls - Correct type for hazard, no holes, zipper functions

Inner gloves (rubber or vinyl) - Correct type for hazard, no tears or deterioration

Outer gloves (rubber) - Correct type for hazard, no tears or deterioration

Outer gloves (leather) -Clean, no rips

Knee boots (rubber) - Cleaned after last use, no deterioration or rips

Biohazard waste bag - Clean, no rips

Antiseptic wipes -Open one, check for moisture, replace wipe

Adhesive bandages - Use once and dispose of

Safety glasses -Clean, lenses undamaged, temple and hinges intact

Goggles, direct or indirect vent - Check latex straps for deterioration, lenses intact and clear

Insect repellent (skin) - DEET stored in overpack, container not leaking

Clothing: rain gear - Clean, retreat water repellent coating annually

Clothing: work gloves - Allows manual dexterity, fingertips intact, clean

Clothing: poly-cotton coveralls -Clean, no rips, fits loose, zippers or buttons functional

Boots - Broken in, covers above the ankle, clean, good repair

Flashlight - UL Class 1 Div. 1 or 2; extra batteries and bulb; batteries stored outside of flashlight

Hard hat - Shell intact, suspension intact, sized correctly

Ear plugs -Clean, pair intact, extra pair(s)

Water bottles/bladders (2–4 quarts) -Clean, no leaks; chlorine dioxide

Sanitizing hand wipes, 100/box - Check wipes for dryness and adequate moisture; replace if needed or low in quantity .

Nitrile exam gloves, 100/box - Check gloves for dryness, cracking, and adequate tear resistance; dispose of used gloves.

Nitrile gloves 11 mil, 13ʺ, pair - Check gloves for dryness, cracking, and adequate tear resistance; dispose of torn gloves; clean gloves in 1:10 bleach solution 10 minutes and rinse.

Biohazard waste bags - Dispose of used personal protective equipment (PPE) in bags; replace bags.

Disposable coverall - Check for rips and tears, especially in armpits and crotch; check zipper function; replace used coveralls.

P100 respirator - Check plastic headband attachment on side of respirator. These occasionally become unglued; reattach with Superglue. Check respirator elastic headband for cracked rubber components. Replace used or damaged respirators.

Poly/cotton twill coverall, navy blue - Wash on sanitary or permanent press cycle with normal detergent, dry on low heat. Check zipper function; replace torn or damaged coveralls. If soiled with bloodborne pathogens (BBP),replace them.

Work gloves - Check palms and fingertips for wear through leather or fabric. Replace damaged or contaminated gloves.

Clear or shaded safety glasses - Check safety glasses sidepieces for proper function. -- Check lenses for excessive scratches. Replace damaged or worn glasses. Clean with isopropyl alcohol, 10-minute soak in soapy water, or 1:10 bleach solution. Rinse and dry.

Safety goggles, indirect vent - Check elastic headband for aged rubber bands, clean in soapy water, isopropyl alcohol, or 1:10 bleach solution. Rinse and dry.

Canteen, 1 quart, bisphenol A (BPA)-free - Wash in dishwasher or soak 10 minutes in soapy dishwater followed by rinse and dry.

Headlamp, intrinsically safe - Check switch function; approximately 1 percent of these lights are experiencing switch failure. Wipe with alcohol pad. Replace batteries.Check elastic headband for aged rubber components and proper function. Replace if necessary.

AAA alkaline batteries, 4 pack - Replace used batteries.

Insect repellent/sunscreen wipes - Replace dry or used wipes.

Trash bag - Replace used trash bags.

Wood pencil - Replace short pencils.

Pencil sharpener - Wash in soapy water, rinse, and dry.

Duct tape, small roll - Replace rolls when low on tape.

Water-resistant notebook - Replace memo pads when low on paper.

Ear plugs, foam, pair - Replace used ear plugs.

Adhesive strip bandage, 1ʺ x 3ʺ, 25/pack - Replace dirty bandages or replace box when low in quantity.

Disposable poncho - Replace when used. These are disposable to protect your personal clothing. They are not meant to be multiuse garments.

Rubber boots (steel toe and puncture-resistant) - Check soles for delamination, tears, or damage.

Wash boots in soapy water or 1:10 bleach solution (10-minute soak). - Rinse and dry.

Safety helmet with ratchet headband - Check ratchet assembly for function. Wash in soapy water or 1:10 bleach solution (10-minute soak). Rinse and dry.