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Respiratory Protection Requirements

Respiratory protection protects employees from airborne risks such as gases, hazardous dusts, etc. when all other Hierarchy of Controls measures isu00a0insufficient. Check out the pdf for more details.

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Respiratory Protection Requirements

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  1. Respiratory Protection Requirements

  2. What is a Respirator? A respirator is a device worn over the nose and mouth to protect the wearer from inhaling hazardous substances, whether chemical, biological, or radiological. Respiratory protective devices consist of a facepiece connected to either an air source or an air-purifying device.

  3. 10 Types of Respirators Chemical Non-powered, or negative pressure respirators Powered air- purifying respirators (PAPRs) Particulate-filtering respirators cartridge/gas mask respirators Self-contained breathing apparatuses (SCBAs) Supplied air respirators (SARs) Pressure demand respirators Continuous flow respirators Half-mask facepiece respirators Full facepiece respirators

  4. What is Respiratory Protection? Respiratory protection mainly comes into play in situations where workplace engineering controls and modifications to work practices are unable to protect workers from these airborne hazards. OSHA has identified the need for respiratory protection for workers exposed to various airborne hazards arising due to working in and around hazardous wastes and hazardous materials such as silica and hydrogen sulfide, toxic chemicals, and bloodborne pathogens. OSHA also recommends respiratory protection when workers carry out work operations in confined spaces and at excavation sites and trenches where the possibility of encountering hazardous atmospheres or insufficient oxygen levels exists.

  5. How do Respirators Protect Workers? Respiratory protection is used to protect workers from inhaling contaminated air or other hazardous air-borne particles that would impact their good health and compromise safety. Respirators protect workers in case of a lack of or low levels of oxygen in the environment; toxic gases, mists, sprays, or vapors; harmful dust; hazardous fog; and smoke.

  6. To better understand the various types of respirators that are used in different hazardous circumstances, read the article titled ‘Effective Respiratory Protection: How to Choose a Suitable Respirator’.

  7. Respiratory Protection Program In a workplace where the use of respirators is necessary to safeguard the health of employees, employers must develop and implement a Respiratory Protection Program to comply with OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard.

  8. This respiratory protection program must include the following requirements: There must be a written operating procedure that details which respiratory protection will be used, and why. When required, respirators must be repaired or replaced, as needed. Respirators must be selected based on the specific hazards prevalent at that worksite and to which workers are or may be exposed. Employers must consistently monitor working conditions and employee stress and exposure. Workers should be given training on the uses and limitations of respiratory protection equipment (RPE) they will be using at the worksite. Before employees use respirators, fit testing must occur to ensure that the respiratory equipment fits each employee properly. Medical examinations must be conducted, and medical professionals should determine whether employees are physically able to use respiratory equipment. Respirators must be regularly cleaned, disinfected, and stored in a clean, secure, and convenient location. The respiratory protection program must be regularly evaluated to ensure effectiveness and reflect any changes in the worksite, and for recommending improvements as required. Respirators should routinely be examined and tested.

  9. Choosing the Right-Fit Respirator To ensure proper respiratory protection, employers and employees must not only choose the right-fit respirator but also the correct respirator for the job. Here are three questions that must be answered before workers can begin using a respirator. Question 1: Question 2: Question 3: Do I require fit testing/training before using the respirator? What type of respirator do I need to wear? Is it safe for me to wear a respirator?

  10. Adhere to Respiratory Protection Regulations! Adhere to Respiratory Protection Regulations! Enroll employees in HAZWOPER and OSHA training to ensure they are protected against respiratory hazards while meeting all relevant respiratory protection requirements as recommended by OSHA. Click here to view our online course catalog.

  11. Thank You Thank You! ! Toll-Free 1-866-429-6742 Email info@hazwoper-osha.com https://hazwoper-osha.com/

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