When hosing down weirs or clarifier walls, suit up in __ pants and jacket, ___ boots, hat or hood, goggles and/or ___ shield and long sleeve plastic or rubber gloves.

• A. Slicker Pants and Jacket, Rubber Boots, and a Face Shield
• B. Disposable Coveralls, Sneakers, and Safety Glasses
• C. Leather Gloves, Hard Hat, and Ear Protection
• D. Swimwear, Sandals, and Sunglasses

Answer: (A)

Working with hoses on weirs or clarifier walls means dealing with wet, splash-prone wastewater and cleaning agents, so you need a full waterproof protective layer plus eye, face, and hand protection. Slicker pants and jacket provide a waterproof barrier to keep water and contaminants off your clothing and skin. Rubber boots give solid protection for the feet and resist water and chemicals you might encounter. A hat or hood helps shield the head from splashes. Goggles and/or a face shield defend the eyes and face from droplets and splashes. Long-sleeve plastic or rubber gloves protect your hands and forearms from contact with dirty water and cleaners. This combination offers comprehensive coverage for the exposed areas you’re working to protect.

Other options don’t fit for this task because they either lack waterproof outerwear, use footwear that isn’t waterproof or chemical-resistant, omit facial protection, or rely on gloves that don’t provide the needed coverage for wet, potentially hazardous wastewater.