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A Bad Atmosphere

A Bad Atmosphere. Can be deadly Requires a respirator. Types of Hazardous Atmospheres. Deficient Contaminated Hazard determines respirator used. Air-Purifying Respirators. Enough oxygen in the air Three types: Particulate removing Vapor and gas removing Combination.

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A Bad Atmosphere

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  1. A Bad Atmosphere • Can be deadly • Requires a respirator.

  2. Types of Hazardous Atmospheres • Deficient • Contaminated • Hazard determines respirator used.

  3. Air-Purifying Respirators • Enough oxygen in the air • Three types: • Particulate removing • Vapor and gas removing • Combination.

  4. Supplied Air Respirators • For oxygen-deficient atmosphere • Two types: • SCBA (and SCUBA) • Air supplied from outside source.

  5. Respiratory Protection Plan • Establishes proper procedures for: • Respirator selection • Respirator use • Respirator maintenance. • Evaluates respiratory hazards.

  6. Medical Evaluation • Medical screening usually required • Ensures you are physically able to use equipment • Questionnaire • Physical examination.

  7. Fit Testing • Tight face-to-mask seal • Qualitative / Quantitative • Negative / Positive pressure test.

  8. Respirator Maintenance: Inspection Check for: • Holes or rips • Broken or loose connectors and fittings • Detergent residue or dirt • General cleanliness.

  9. Respirator Maintenance: Cleaning Steps include: • Disassemble mask • Wash components • Disinfect if needed • Rinse and drain • Hand dry.

  10. Respirator Maintenance: Storage • Place in plastic bag. • Store with valves and tubes undistorted. • Protect from: • Dust • Sunlight • Heat • Cold • Moisture • Chemicals. Respirator maintenance is YOUR responsibility!

  11. Review • Hazardous atmospheres • Types of respirators • Respiratory protection plan • Maintenance • Responsibility.

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