Respirators Training Short

When must workers use respirators?

Workers must use appropriate respirators when engineering controls are not feasible to protect against adverse health effects from breathing contaminated air.

What types of air contaminants necessitate the use of a respirator?

Contaminants include harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, mists, gases, smokes, sprays, debris, or vapors.

What two steps are required to ensure a respirator is effective?

A proper fit must be ensured, which is verified through a fit test.

What certifications and prior actions are required before an employee uses a mandated respirator?

Required respirators must be NIOSH approved, and the employee must receive a medical evaluation and training before use.

Where can one find the specific OSHA requirements for respiratory protection?

The specific requirements are detailed in the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.134 (part 1910, section 134).