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Respiratory Protection

This page provides essential information on the university’s Respiratory Protection Program, designed to protect individuals from workplace respiratory hazards. Learn about equipment selection, fit testing, maintenance, and compliance requirements to ensure health, safety, and regulatory adherence.

Steps to Follow Before Using a Respirator

  1. Conduct a Hazard Assessment : supervisor and respirator user evaluate workplace hazards to determine if respiratory protection is necessary.
  2. Submit the Respirator Request Form: The supervisor submits a Respirator Request Form to EHS to select the appropriate respirator for the identified hazards.
  3. Complete the Fit Test Questionnaire: The user fills out a Fit Test Questionnaire to confirm medical fitness and identify any factors affecting respirator fit. Once completed send the questionnaire to EHS.
  4. Schedule a Fit Test: if you are cleared to wear a respirator contact EHS to schedule a fit test.
  5. Begin Using the Respirator: once the fit test is successfully completed, the respirator can be issued and used in the designated work environment.
  6. Remember: the fit test is valid only for two years. After two years, you must be recertified to continue wearing a respirator.

FAQ

Resources

Types of Respiratory Protection

3M 1870+ N95 disposable respirator technical datasheet

3M 6000 series reusable half-face respirator technical datasheet