Solvent Wipe Down Best Practices Checklist

OK	Needs Work	N/A	Element	Implementation Notes
PERFORM SOLVENT WIPE DOWN IN A BOOTH OR PREP STATION¹
Removes solvent vapors from the work area Minimizes worker exposures to hazardous solvent vapors
Ventilation provided for wipe down:			Booth or prep station None Other:________________________________________
			Perform wipe down in a ventilated booth or prep station
			Perform wipe down near other source of ventilation when booth or prep station is unavailable
			Ensure ventilation systems are operating properly

¹Required element of the City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Air Management Regulation V.

OK	Needs Work	N/A	Element	Implementation Notes
USE PROPER RESPIRATORY PROTECTION WHEN PERFORMING WIPE DOWN OUTSIDE OF THE BOOTH OR PREP STATION²
Reduces worker exposures to hazardous solvent vapors
Type of respirator used:			½ Mask APR Full facepiece APR None Other:________________________________________
Type of cartridge used:			Organic vapor Other:________________________________________
			Consistently use half-mask APR with organic vapor filter or better when performing wipe down outside of the booth or prep station (See guidance on respiratory protection programs and a list of respirator manufacturers and suppliers in the Health and Safety Management Section of your kit.)

²Required element of OSHA where contaminant levels exceed the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL).

OK	Needs Work	N/A	Element	Implementation Notes
WEAR CHEMICAL PROTECTIVE GLOVES¹
Reduces employee skin exposure to hazardous solvents
Type of gloves worn:			Nitrile Butyl rubber PVA Latex* None Other:________________________________________
How often are gloves changed?			After each task Several times per day, but not after each task Once or twice per day Other:___________________________________
			Consistently wear appropriate gloves when working with paints and solvents (check with glove manufacturer for suggested glove types - see a list of protective glove manufacturers and suppliers in the Health and Safety section of your kit)
			Use gloves that are in good condition and free of tears or punctures

*Latex gloves do not provide protection against most solvents used in auto refinishing shops.

¹Required element of OSHA's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standard (29 CFR 1910.132).