What PPE is essential when mixing chemical solutions?

• A. Sunglasses
• B. Safety goggles and gloves
• C. Apron only
• D. No PPE

Answer: (B)

When mixing chemical solutions, you want to prevent contact with your eyes and skin because splashes or spills can cause irritation or burns. Safety goggles provide a secure seal around the eyes to guard against splashes and fumes, while chemical-resistant gloves protect your hands from direct contact with the solution. This combination offers essential, immediate protection in typical mixing scenarios. An apron alone doesn’t shield the eyes or hands, sunglasses don’t provide a proper protective seal or chemical resistance, and doing the task with no PPE leaves you exposed. If there’s a higher risk of splashing, you’d add additional protection, but the basic essential gear is goggles and gloves.