Respiratory Protection
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has found that there were 14.6 thousand recordable cases of respiratory illnesses in 2009. Respiratory hazards are encountered in a wide variety of professions, from construction to hospital work. There are fine particulates created by the work done on job sites that can get deposited in your lungs or cause damage. Most of this damage is minor in the short-term, but exposure to these particulates over time can cause major complications, even death.
This course covers the general requirements for respiratory protection which is outlined in 29 CFR 1910.132 and some of the training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.134. This course will train workers over the different types of respirators, the advantages and disadvantages of each type, when to use which respirator, and how to properly maintain and store respirators. Additional training from the employer is required on assessing the specific types of respiratory hazards that the employees could encounter on the job as well as a hands-on walk through on how to properly don and doff the respirator.
Relevant Standards: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134
- Linear Duration/min: 00:19:00
- Complexity/Difficulty: Level I (very easy)
- Interactivity: Level II
- Prerequisites: None
Target Audience: This course is intended for general-industry employees who, during their regular work duties, are required to wear respiratory protection.
Competencies:
To successfully complete this course, the Learner will demonstrate the ability to:
- RSP 1.1.0 Introduction and objectives
- RSP 1.2.0 Differentiate between types of controls
- RSP 1.3.0 Recognize the potential inhalation hazards
- RSP 1.4.0 Distinguish between and identify appropriate respirator types
- RSP 1.5.0 Recognize different cartridges and their uses
- RSP 1.6.0 Identify the different requirements of fit testing
- RSP 1.7.0 Identify requirements for wearing respirators and care of respirators
