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Draft ISO TIL – 5%ile PF Draft ISO SUM - APF option included . ISO RPD Classification – draft Tech Spec. Are RPE wearers adequately protected?. Adequate – reduces exposure to the level required to protect the wearer’s health Many contributing factors: Selection APFs Use M aintenance.
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Draft ISO TIL – 5%ile PF • Draft ISO SUM - APF option included
Are RPE wearers adequately protected? • Adequate – reduces exposure to the level required to protect the wearer’s health • Many contributing factors: • Selection • APFs • Use • Maintenance
Are RPE wearers adequately protected? • >12,000 deaths/yr from past/present exposure to respiratory hazards • Level of control of respiratory hazards • Degree of competence in the selection and use of RPE
(20%) (45%) (25%) (10%) RPD Programmes Reference: Bell et al (2010) Factors influencing the implementation of RPE programmes in the workplace. HSE Research Report RR798
Are RPE wearers adequately protected? • How can WE ensure adequate protection? • Do we have confidence in the APFs? • How can WE achieve harmonised and validated APF or ISO PL? • What are OUR responsibilities? • HSE • RPE Manufacturers • Users • Standards writers BSI/CEN/ISO