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KEY REQUIREMENTS OF A RESPIRATOR PROGRAM
OSHA STANDARD
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Provide a Safe & Healthful Place of Employment
2016 FALL PROTECTION ( ), 6,929 HAZARD COMMUNICATION ( ), 5,677 SCAFFOLDING ( ), 3,906 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION ( ), 3,585 2017 FALL PROTECTION, GENERAL ( ), 6,072 HAZARD COMMUNICATION ( ), 4,176 SCAFFOLDING ( ), 3,288 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION ( ), 3,097 2018 FALL PROTECTION, GENERAL ( ), 7,216 HAZARD COMMUNICATION ( ), 4,537 SCAFFOLDING ( ), 3,319 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION ( ), 3,112 Provide a Safe & Healthful Place of Employment FALL PROTECTION ( ), 6,721 Why do it? What’s the need?
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
FOR STARTERS Is there a need? Could we eliminate? Engineering controls Administrative / work practice controls Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
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We develop a written plan specific to our needs
POLICIES & PROCEDURES OSHA’s respiratory standard dictates that when respirator use is required by the EMPLOYER or OSHA We develop a written plan specific to our needs And addresses the elements we’re going to cover Must also address voluntary use
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VOLUNTARY USE POLICIES & PROCEDURES Do I need to have a written respiratory protection program if only voluntary users wear respirators at my facility? Is when an employee chooses to wear a respirator even though the use of a respirator is not required by employer or an osha standard. NO if filtering facemasks are only respirators being worn voluntarily Required to provide employee copy of Appendix D Make sure respirator itself is not creating a hazard YES if other respirators are being used Employer must pay for medical evaluation
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POLICIES & PROCEDURES APPENDIX D to
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PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
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Responsible for development and implementation of plan
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR Responsible for development and implementation of plan Must be qualified by training or experience to: Recognize, evaluate and control hazards in your work place Conducts the required evaluation of program effectiveness
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HAZARD EVAL AND RESPIRATOR SELECTION
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HAZARD EVAL & SELECTION
Identify & evaluate respiratory hazards in the workplace Dusts, biological, fumes, mists Reasonable estimate of employee exposure Respirators must be Appropriate for hazard(s) wearer will encounter NIOSH approved OSHA & some manufacturers have selection tools A sufficient number of respirator models and sizes must be available to employees so they can find a respirator that fits properly.
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Check label and SDS for recommendations
HAZARD EVAL & SELECTION Check label and SDS for recommendations Be aware of other activities taking place in application area for which filtration may not be compatible Color coded with NIOSH approval label Label must not be removed and remain legible
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4 MEDICAL EVALUATIONS
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Employees must be medically approved
MEDICAL EVALUATIONS Employees must be medically approved To assure employee is physically able to wear respirator Must be done before fit testing Medical questionnaire (Appendix C) Administered confidentially Completed on work time Medical examination which obtains same information Reviewed by PLHCP (physician or licensed health care professional)
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PLHCP must be provided the following:
MEDICAL EVALUATIONS Employee needs to be given opportunity to discuss the questionnaire or results with PLHCP PLHCP must be provided the following: Type/weight of respirator Duration/frequency of use Expected physical work effort Additional PPE Temperature/humidity extremes Copy of written policy and OSHA Standard
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Annual review of medical status is not required
MEDICAL EVALUATIONS Annual review of medical status is not required Additional medical evaluations must be provided if: Worker reports medical signs or symptoms related to the ability to use a respirator PLHCP, supervisor or program administrator has reason to believe a worker needs to be reevaluated Observations during fit testing and program evaluation indicate need Change occurs in workplace conditions that may substantially increase physiological burden placed on employee (i.e. temp, protective clothing)
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5 FIT TESTING
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Before initially using respirator
FIT TESTING Before initially using respirator When changing to different respirator At least annually, thereafter or sooner if: Changes in physical condition occur Recent dental work or dentures Facial surgery, treatments, scars Weight loss/gain of 15 lbs. or more Comprised of two (2) parts
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SENSITIVITY TEST Performed without respirator
FIT TESTING Performed without respirator Assure person being tested can detect solution Do not eat, drink or chew gum 15 min before test Test solution injected in increments of 10 up to max 30 If a taste response is detected from: 1 – 10, the individual is a 10 11 – 20, the individual is a 20 21 – 30, the individual is a 30
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FIT TEST Completed using respirator Comprised of 7 test exercises:
FIT TESTING Completed using respirator Comprised of 7 test exercises: Normal breathing Deep breathing Head side-to-side Head up/down Each test takes 1 minute to complete First exercise starts with same number of squeezes to elicit taste response (10,20,30) Half the number of squeezes (5, 10, or 15) every 30 sec. for the duration Jog/walk in place Talking (Rainbow Passage) Normal breathing
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6 CARE & MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE Cartridges Cleaning
CARE & MAINTENANCE Cartridges Cartridges and filters must be changed regularly. Keep them in original packaging until ready for use Store properly or dispose during non-use If cartridge has no ESLI, then employer must implement a change schedule based on objective information Cleaning Respirators must be clean, sanitary and good working order Inspect prior to and after cleaning Clean using procedures in Appendix B 2 or according to MFG If exclusive – as often as necessary to be maintained in a sanitary condition – AFTER EACH USE If shared by employees – prior to each use by employee Properly store until next use
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STORAGE Respirators must be stored to protect against
CARE & MAINTENANCE Respirators must be stored to protect against Sunlight Temperature Moisture Chemicals Stored in a sealed container or bag Areas to avoid Glove compartment Behind the seat Hanging from hook or rear view mirror
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INSPECTION CARE & MAINTENANCE Inspect before and after each use and cleaning to ensure all parts are present and operating When it comes to what to look for, pictures are worth a thousand words Check for dirt, oil, soap or chemical residue Check cartridges for: Damage? Right ones? Expired? Check for proper shape and affects of UV radiation Check for crack, tears, holes It might be obvious And it might not Check for valves Are they flat? Are they present? Check straps for elasticity & modifications Check for broken parts
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7 TRAINING
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DOCUMENT Must be done prior to use Training must address:
Why respirator is needed Limitations and capabilities of the respirator Effective use in emergency situations How to inspect, put on and remove, use and check the seals Maintenance, care and storage Provided annually, and more often if there are: Changes in workplace or type of respirator Employee has not retained knowledge or skills needed for safe use Other situations in which training appears needed to ensure safe use DOCUMENT
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8 PROGRAM EVALUATION
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PROGRAM EVALUATION Conducted to determine if program is working effectively Seek employee input concerning respirator use Any problems identified MUST be corrected At minimum you must assess whether: Proper fit is being achieved Use interferes with work performance Appropriate respirators have been selected Respirators are being properly used and maintained OSHA does not require you to review your respiratory protection program according to any fixed schedule – YOU determine frequency.
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9 RECORDKEEPING
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Medical certifications Fit test records Training records
RECORDKEEPING Respirator Medical Clearance Respirator Training Written program Medical certifications Fit test records Training records Air monitoring records Keeping your respirator protection plan and employee records organized is key to managing a compliant program.
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REVIEW Respirator Program
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mike.allen@draeger.com pdowns@safety-wear.com NEED ASSISTANCE
Respiratory Protection Program Compliance Guide
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THANKS! Any questions?
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