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Respirator
Training and Fit Testing for Safety
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D.A.L. Enterprise for program evaluation |
Respirator
Safety
Respiratory
Protection Program Companies with employees who are using
any form of respiratory protection including dust masks and half or full-face
air puryfying respirators must develop a Respirator Program in compliance with
regulations Contact D.A.L. Enterprise for program evaluation
D.A.L.
Enterprise has a site-specific program focused on your company's specific
operations. It will be directed toward the five main areas of the Respiratory
Protection Standard - 1- Chemical usage review, 2- policies/procedures,
3- equipment selection, 4- medical evaluations, and 5- fit testing
and training. The final document will meet government standards NOTE:
For all clients scheduling respiratory protection training the following stipulations
apply: 1.
Client's applicable employees must be medically evaluated and received a statement
from your company's consulting physician stating that they are "Fit to wear
a Respirator". This document must be signed and dated within twelve months
of the respiratory training / fit testing course. Filing
out the Mandatory Medical Questionnaire is an obligation.
2.
Client must have, at least, one set of P100 filters/Hepa Filters for
the respirators employees are to be tested (With more filters available the
class will move faster because students will not have to wait for filters from
previous students). Regarding respiratory protection products, manufacturer's
cartridges, filters and parts must NOT be interchanged with differing manufacturer's
product. 3.
Students MUST be clean-shaven at all areas where the respirator seal meets
the face. If facial hair is present at the mask's seal point, student can
NOT be fit tested D.A.L.
Enterprise will ensure that each employee can demonstrate knowledge of at
least the following: 1-
Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit, usage, or maintenance
can compromise the protective effect of the respirator; 2- What the
limitations and capabilities of the respirator are; 3- How to use the
respirator effectively in emergency situations, including situations in which
the respirator malfunctions; 4- How to inspect, put on and remove,
use, and check the seals of the respirator; 5- What the procedures
are for maintenance and storage of the respirator; 6- How to recognize
medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of respirators;
and 7- The general requirements of this section.
Respiratory
Protection Employee Training This training session will ensure that the
students understand the potential for exposure and their liability and responsibility
as it relates to the company's Respiratory Protection Program. Individuals
who participate in this training will be given a comprehensive overview of the
Standard, your company's written policies and procedures and how hazardous
materials/chemicals can affect their daily activities.
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