This condensed version of OSHA #222 covers the requirements for the establishment, maintenance and monitoring of a respiratory program. After completing this course, participants will be able to identify and describe the major elements of a respiratory protection program following the requirements in 29CFR 1910.134, discuss the technical aspects for the proper selection and use of respiratory protection, and evaluate compliance with OSHA's respiratory protection standard by using the compliance directive and the "Small Entity Compliance Guide."
Prerequisite: Students are required to complete OSHA #501: Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry, or have equivalent knowledge of the OSH Act, procedures, and standards.
Topics Include:
- Terminology
- OSHA Standards
- NIOSH Certification
- Medical Evaluation recommendations
- Respirator use
- Breather air quality
- Maintenance and care of respirators
- Selection of respirators
- Fit testing
Credit: 3.2 CEUs
ABIH Credit: 4.0 IH CM Points
BCSP Credit: 3.2 COCs
