OSHA Respiratory Protection Course

The OSHA Respiratory Protection course is designed to educate workers on the proper selection, use, and maintenance of respiratory protection equipment to safeguard against airborne hazards in the workplace. Key aspects of the course include:

1. Respiratory hazards identification: Participants learn to identify workplace respiratory hazards such as dust, fumes, gases, vapors, and biological contaminants.
2. Types of respirators: The course covers different types of respirators, including filtering facepiece respirators (N95, P100), half-face and full-face respirators, powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs), and supplied-air respirators (SARs).
3. Selection and fit testing: Participants understand the importance of selecting the right respirator for specific hazards and receive training on how to properly conduct fit testing to ensure a proper seal and adequate protection.
4. Proper use and maintenance: Workers are trained on how to correctly don, doff, and use respirators, as well as how to inspect, clean, sanitize, and store them to maintain their effectiveness.
5. Respiratory protection program: The course outlines the elements of a comprehensive respiratory protection program, including written procedures, medical evaluations, training requirements, and recordkeeping.
6. Regulations and standards: Participants gain an understanding of relevant OSHA regulations (e.g., 29 CFR 1910.134) and industry standards governing respiratory protection in the workplace.

Overall, the OSHA Respiratory Protection course equips workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively protect themselves from respiratory hazards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.