Way back in 1994 when I was implementing my first FRC program there was a great debate on the options that would be made available to operators, maintenance, engineering, EHS, and QA/QC personnel who perform work within a HAZLOC. This debate was of course driven by costs vs. risks and luckily I was working for a Plant Manager that put safety above all else. But the battle was not fully won, as the debate raged on regarding those who would do “limited work” or just access the HAZLOC on an infrequent basis (less than 3 times per week for less than 15 minutes each time). For these persons, the dreaded “lab coat” was the preferred choice until…