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 Crewmembers who might be exposed to benzene vapours should be given proper training, which should include:

  • .1 the respiratory hazard and the effect on the wearer if the respirator is not used properly;

  • .2 the engineering and administrative controls being used and the need for respirators to provide protection;

  • .3 the reason for selecting a particular type of respirator;

  • .4 the function, capabilities, and limitations of the selected respirator; and

  • .5 the method of donning the respirator and checking that it fits and is operational.

Parent topic: Annex - Revised Minimum Safety Standards for Ships Carrying Liquids in Bulk Containing Benzene
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