PPE Respiratory Protection
COURSE OVERVIEW
The PPE Respiratory Protection course educates employees on wearing and maintaining respiratory protective equipment. Key modules delve into identifying airborne hazards, the Respiratory Protection Program, medical fit testing, and understanding various respirator types.
Participants will also learn about inspecting air-purifying respirators, and the importance of selecting the right filter based on specific workplace hazards.
An interactive simulation aids in understanding respirator selection, maintenance, and usage. Upon course completion, participants will be proficient in ensuring their safety against airborne contaminants in their work environment.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Identify and assess the atmospheric hazards that require respirators;
- Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements respirators have to meet to be used safely;
- Develop an understanding of the maintenance requirements for respiratory protection;
- Perform fit tests and seal checks for safe respirator use.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?
All workers, All industries.
STANDARDS
OSHA Standard: 1926.55, .103, 1910.134, and industry best practices