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Course
Title:
Respiratory Protection Training
Course
Description:
Respiratory Protection Training is a 2 hour session presented by
the Safety Specialist. OSHA requires that respiratory protection
training be comprehensive and understandable. OSHA also requires
Brown University to provide basic information on voluntary use of
respirators to employees who wear respirators when not required
by this section or by the employer to do so. The employer shall
ensure that each employee can demonstrate knowledge of at least
the following:
- Why the
respirator is necessary and how improper fit, usage and/or maintenance
can compromise the protective effect of the respirator.
- What the
limitations and capabilities of the respirator are.
- How to use
the respirator effectively in emergency situations, including
situations in which the respirator malfunctions.
- How to inspect,
put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the respirator.
- What the
procedures are for maintenance and storage of the respirator.
- How to recognize
medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective
use of respirators.
Who
Must Attend?
Any employee who is required to use a respirator in the workplace
must attend this session.
When
Must Initial Training be Completed?
Respiratory protection training is required prior to an employee
using a respirator in the workplace.
How
Often Must I Attend a Refresher Course?
OSHA requires that refresher respiratory protection training be
held at least annually and more often as necessary. The following
are situations which would trigger the need to administer refresher
training at a frequency greater than annually:
- Changes
in the workplace or the type of respirator render previous training
obsolete.
- Inadequacies
in the employee's knowledge or use of the respirator indicate
that the employee has not retained the requisite understanding
or skill; or
- Any other
situation arises in which retraining appears necessary to ensure
safe respirator use.
How can
I Make Sure My Respirator Fits?
OSHA
requires that refresher respiratory fit testing be conducted at
least annually and more often as necessary. The following are situations
which would trigger the need to administer refresher fit testing
at a frequency greater than annually:
- Changes
in an employee's physical condition.
- A recommendation
by the University's PLHCP, the employee's supervisor or by Environmental
Health & Safety.
- Changes
in an employee's physical condition including, but not limited
to any of the following:
o Facial scarring.
o Dental changes.
o Cosmetic surgery.
o Obvious change in body weight.
Trainer
Contact Information:
Safety Specialist at 401-863-1645
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