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- Course # 6
Respirator Training and Fit Testing for Safety
Contact D. A. L. Enterprise
for program evaluation
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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 purifying 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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