Personnel servicing refrigeration systems and subject to the exposure to commonly used refrigerants should wear what type of personal protective equipment?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — goggles and gloves
Liquid refrigerants rapidly boil upon atmospheric exposure, causing severe cryogenic frostbite upon skin contact. Approved chemical splash goggles and heavy-duty insulated gloves protect marine engineers against accidental liquid spray during servicing or gauge manifold operations.
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