H4: Breathe Easy — Respirator Fit-Testing
Tue, 5/20: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
00445
Education Session
00445
Education Session
Kansas City Convention Center
Room: 3501 H
CM Credit Hours: 1
Description
Millions of people rely on respiratory protection to stay safe at their job. A respirator can only protect if it fits a wearer well. One way to help ensure a good fit is to perform a respirator fit-test. There are various OSHA approved methods, both qualitative and quantitative. This educational session will cover: 1) the OSHA approved methods; 2) how to perform OSHA compliant fit-tests; 3) the benefits and limitations of each method; 4) the importance of a competent fit-tester; 5) proposed changes by OSHA; 6) emerging advancements being explored by NIOSH; and 6) the global state of respirator fit-testing and notable differences between existing regulations.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:
• Assess the fundamentals of respiratory fit-testing.
• Explore regulatory requirements and guidelines for fit-testing.
• Identify common respiratory hazards and protection needs.
• Master fit-testing protocols and best practices.
• Evaluate the impact of fit-testing on worker safety and compliance.
• Assess the fundamentals of respiratory fit-testing.
• Explore regulatory requirements and guidelines for fit-testing.
• Identify common respiratory hazards and protection needs.
• Master fit-testing protocols and best practices.
• Evaluate the impact of fit-testing on worker safety and compliance.
Content Level
Introductory
Interactive Session Experience
Demo
Q&A
Quiz
Organizational Category
Academia/Education
Primary Industry
All Industries
Healthcare/Pharma
Manufacturing
Topics
Available as part of AIHA Connect OnDemand
Communication and Training
Respiratory Protection
Standards, Regulations and Legal Issues