Wear protective clothing that resists physical and chemical hazards when exposure may occur. Lab coats are appropriate for minor chemical splashes and solids contamination, while plastic or rubber aprons are best for protection from corrosive or irritating liquids. Disposable outer garments may be useful when cleaning and decontamination of reusable clothing is difficult.Lab CoatsCottonSyntheticFlame Retardant materials (Nomex)Flame Resistant treated materialsRubberizedApronsVinylPVCNeopreneSuitsTyvekDust SuitsPolypropylene Resources Lab Coat Collection and Distribution Program Staff Steve Elwood Director for Research Safety 609-258-6271 Stanley Howell Sr. Program Manager Chemical Safety 609-258-2711 Related Links Face and Eye ProtectionGlovesFoot ProtectionRespiratory Protection