Regulatory requirements are contained in 29 CFR 1910.120.
A. When Required: Each affected employee shall wear appropriate protective clothing when exposed to conditions where skin absorption of a hazardous substance could occur.
B. Maintenance, Inspection; Discarding: All protective clothing that is nondisposable shall be properly cleaned and disinfected after each use. Disposable equipment shall be properly discarded. Regular inspections shall be made for tears or rips, seam discontinuities or pin holes. Immediately dispose of any defective clothing.
C. Storage: Clothing shall be stored in the following manner:
1. Potentially contaminated clothing shall be stored in an area separate from street clothing.
2. Potentially contaminated clothing shall be stored in a well ventilated area, with good airflow around each item, if possible.
3. Different types of clothing shall be stored separately to prevent issuing the wrong material by mistake.
4. Protective clothing shall be folded or hung in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. (2019 Compilation)