How to Dress for Working With Fiberglass Insulation

How to Dress for Working With Fiberglass Insulation
Published: May 12, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
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Step 1

Wear long pants, such as jeans, to protect your legs. If possible, tuck your pant legs into your boots. If you are unable to do this, wear tall socks.

Step 2

Wear a long-sleeved shirt with a high collar to protect your upper body. Place cloth gloves on your hands and, if possible, tuck the ends of your shirt sleeves into the gloves.

Step 3

Protect your eyes by wearing safety goggles.

Step 4

Wear a paper-based mask to prevent fiberglass fibers from irritating your respiratory system. Pull the mask up over your nose, as well as your mouth.

Step 5

Place a hat over your head to prevent fiberglass fibers from getting into your hair.

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Catherine Chase

Catherine Chase is a professional writer specializing in history and health topics. Chase also covers finance, home improvement and gardening topics. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in American studies from Skidmore College.

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