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Managing chemical hazards and exposure risks safely
Find information about the most requested products by our pharmaceutical customers.
Top pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and tasks
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3M PPE Solutions for Pharmaceutical ManufacturingFrom respiratory to hearing to body protection, 3M has a broad offering of PPE to help workers in a variety of different application areas in pharmaceutical facilities.
Considerations for the Role of APFs in Respiratory Protection (PDF, 77.52 KB)
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Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) HandlingHighly Potent APIs (HPAPI) are compounds that elicit a biological response at a very low dose and can be especially hazardous to workers. Therefore, a higher level of exposure control and worker protection may be required in HPAPI areas of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
3M Health and Safety Solutions for API Handling Hazards (PDF, 477.48 KB)
Suggested PPE based on API Occupational Exposure Banding (PDF, 686.72 KB)
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Cleaning and DisinfectingChemicals are used to clean and disinfect pharmaceutical equipment, surfaces, and facilities. The potential hazards of disinfectants and cleaning chemicals may require exposure controls, such as personal protective equipment.
3M Health and Safety Solutions for Cleaning and Disinfecting Hazards (PDF, 844.73 KB)
Evaluation of Disinfectant Health Hazards and Risks (PDF, 250.60 KB)
Worker PPE Tips for Peracetic Acid Use in Pharmaceutical Industry (PDF, 125.43 KB)
Featured PPE solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturing workplace
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APF 1000 studiesFor pharmaceutical sites needing a respiratory solution with an APF of 1000, 3M conducted WPF or SWPF studies to support Assigned Protection Factor (APFs) claims including the APF of 1000 for specific hoods when used in approved 3M respiratory configurations.
Study | Assigned Protection Factors (APF) for 3M™ Hoods and Helmets (PDF, 570.08 KB)
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CleanabilityThe fully submersible* product designs of the 3M™ Versaflo TR-600 PAPR and TR-800 PAPR help to address the cleanability needs of a pharmaceutical site’s when adhering to its contamination control protocols.
*TR-653 Cleaning and Storage Kit required for submersion cleaning.
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See it in action - 3M™ Scotchgard™ Anti-Fog CoatingA fogged goggle or eyewear lens can be frustrating for workers performing critical tasks in pharmaceutical production. Watch the video to see how 3M™ Scotchgard™ Protector Anti-Fog Coating resists fogging longer than traditional anti-fog coatings.
Safety Googles
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The case for fit testingFrom blister packaging operations to centrifuge biopharma processes, incorporating hearing protector fit testing as part of your hearing conservation program may help to improve worker training and proficiency of properly inserting hearing protectors.
Hearing Protection Fit Testing E-Book (PDF, 1.09 MB)
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Configurable systems for confined space entryA portable counterweighted rack davit base design may provide flexible options when dealing with challenging confined space entry points into large scale reactors or other production vessels.
3M Confined Space Entry/Retrieval Solutions
Permit Required Confined Space Checklist (PDF, 158.06 KB)
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Low linting propensityFor pharmaceutical sites with highly sensitive production areas, select 3M™ Protective Coverall models have been tested to the Helmke Drum Test method to assess linting propensity.
Technical Data Bulletin #204 | 3M™ Protective Coverall Linting (PDF, 390.89 KB)
Pharmacuetical manfucaturing PPE fundamentals
Explore the most common products needed for a variety of pharmaceutical manufacturing applications.
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Why Pharmaceutical PPE from 3M?
At 3M, we know that the health and welfare of your workforce depends on safety, and we are committed to helping you create an environment that protects your workforce – effectively, efficiently and economically.
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Respiratory Protection Services & Tools
Visit our 3M Center for Respiratory Protection for step-by-step tools to help ensure your safety programs achieve their respiratory safety goals.
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Eye Protection Solutions
A comprehensive, one-stop program for prescription and non-prescription safety eyewear. Shift the burdens of eye safety program management to the experts at 3M. Learn more
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Hearing Conservation Services & Tools
Free on-site hearing conservation training for your employees! Learn more
Worker Health & Safety Academy
Free hearing conservation training for your employees! Learn more
3M™ E-A-Rfit™ Validation System
In three simple steps, fit test your hearing products and get objective, personalized results to help you protect your workers against noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Learn more
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing PPE Products
At 3M, we know that the health and welfare of your workforce depends on safety, and we are committed to helping you create an environment that protects your workforce with the highest standard pharmaceutical manufacturing PPE -- effectively, efficiently and economically.
