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Respiratory protective equipment including half-and full-face masks and their respective
filtering systems assists in the prevention of illness, disease and death from breathing hazards. However, the equipment must be properly selected, fitted, worn and maintained to ensure maximum protection.
Following the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z94.4-02 Selection, Care and
Use of Respirators, this program provides a theoretical and practical component to respiratory protection for your employees. Where applicable the Respirator Fit Testing program is site-specific.
PROGRAM CONTENT
The program includes an overview of the following:
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Hazard Assessment
- Respirator Selection
- Use of Respirators
- Cleaning, Inspection, Maintenance and Storage
- Health Surveillance of Respirator Users
  
Management receives instruction on their corporate program evaluation and the record
keeping required by the standard. Fit Testing records and Record of Training provided.
It is recommended that fit tests be conducted annually and that workers are provided with refresher training at least every 2 years.
Further assistance can be provided for adaptation of a Respirator Program Policy for
inclusion in your corporate health and safety manual.
DURATION AND LOCATION
Approximately 45 minute classroom program at your location followed by individual
respirator fit testing. Total program length depends on the total number of
participants.
NOTE: This program is not intended for the selection of respirators for protection against infectious agents and nuclear biological chemical agents or address underwater breathing devices, aircraft oxygen systems or inhalators and resuscitators. The fit-testing program described above is not appropriate for disposable respirators.
Please contact our office for further details on Respirator FIT Testing.
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