Conditions may develop that require air breathing masks/respirators to be worn by personnel working in designated hazardous areas. A proper seal between the surface of a respirator face piece and the wearer's skin is imperative. Facial hair, such as beards, sideburns, moustaches, and even a few days' growth of stubble will prevent a good seal. Facial hair results in the respirator permitting negative air pressure inside the face piece during inhalation and causing excessive penetration by an air contaminant.
If the individual elects not to shave facial hair, he must sign the statement provided below.
My signature below (with witness) indicates that I have been informed of the dangers associated with using a breathing apparatus that might not seal properly because of interfering facial hair, and I choose not to hold the Ocean Drilling Program–Texas A&M University, Texas A&M Research Foundation, National Science Foundation, or the owners of the R/V JOIDES Resolution responsible for any accidents, illness, or medical problems that might occur if it becomes necessary for me to use a breathing apparatus during an H2S emergency.
Signature:_______________ Date:________________________
Witness:________________ Date:________________________