Respiratory Protection

OSHA Respiratory Protection, 3 ½ Hours

Course Description
This course is designed for any employee who is required to use respiratory protection and their supervisors.  Topics covered include:  Respiratory hazards, Federal/State requirements, limitations and capabilities of various types of respirators, selection and use of cartridges, how to inspect, don, doff, use and perform seal checks, maintenance and storage.

Topics:

  • Respiratory Protection Program requirements
  • Respiratory hazards
  • Selection of respirators
  • Supplied air respirator use
  • Air purifying respirator use
  • Selection of filters/cartridges
  • Medical evaluation requirements
  • Fit-testing procedures
  • Training requirements
  • Procedures for cleaning, maintenance and storage