What do embalmers wear?

The embalming fluid contains toxic levels of the chemical formaldehyde. To protect themselves from the harmful effects of the formaldehyde, embalmers must wear full body protection. This includes the use of a respirator to allow the embalmer to be able to breathe clean air during the process. The protective clothing is typically made of a polyethylene or poly laminated material to keep materials from the body, such as blood or waste, away from the embalmer. Rubber gloves and boots are used to protect hands and feet.