1. RESPIRATORYRESPIRATORY
PROTECTIONPROTECTION
A REFRESHER CLASSA REFRESHER CLASS

2. WelcomeWelcome
to a self-guided refresher class forto a self-guided refresher class for
respirator users needing annualrespirator users needing annual
training.training.
This class consists of:This class consists of:
1. This1. This Respiratory ProtectionRespiratory Protection PowerpointPowerpoint
2. A2. A Respirator InspectionRespirator Inspection PowerpointPowerpoint
3. A short online quiz3. A short online quiz

3. To proceed with the class, youTo proceed with the class, you
the student, are in control. Slidesthe student, are in control. Slides
and text will progress with theand text will progress with the
click of the mouse. In a fewclick of the mouse. In a few
cases, changes will happencases, changes will happen
automatically.automatically.
Enjoy your session andEnjoy your session and
learn lots!learn lots!

4. As a respirator user,As a respirator user, each yeareach year
you are required toyou are required to….….
 Complete this session and testComplete this session and test
 Complete a refresher classComplete a refresher class
 And have a successful respiratorAnd have a successful respirator
fit test with the respirator you usefit test with the respirator you use
To meet these requirementsTo meet these requirements……….……….
 Contact your EH&S representative toContact your EH&S representative to
schedule a respirator fit test or checkschedule a respirator fit test or check
on the EH&SS web site calendar foron the EH&SS web site calendar for
fit testing times at your facility.fit testing times at your facility.

5. The respiratory hazards in yourThe respiratory hazards in your
workplace should be evaluated byworkplace should be evaluated by
your supervisoryour supervisor….….
 At the time of hireAt the time of hire
 If you are a new respirator userIf you are a new respirator user
 Before you begin working with new or differentBefore you begin working with new or different
chemicalschemicals
 Before you begin working with the sameBefore you begin working with the same
chemicals under different conditionschemicals under different conditions
If any of these change, inform your supervisorIf any of these change, inform your supervisor

6. Respiratory Hazard AssessmentRespiratory Hazard Assessment
TableTable…..…..
 Complete for each task, chemical or type of chemicalComplete for each task, chemical or type of chemical
 Submit it to your EH&S representativeSubmit it to your EH&S representative
TheThe Respiratory Hazard AssessmentRespiratory Hazard Assessment formform
(and an example of a completed form)(and an example of a completed form) can be obtained bycan be obtained by
contacting your EH&S representative or by downloading thecontacting your EH&S representative or by downloading the
formform herehere

8. When evaluating respiratoryWhen evaluating respiratory
hazards, your supervisor shouldhazards, your supervisor should
alsoalso…..…..
 Evaluate what type of respiratory protectionEvaluate what type of respiratory protection
should be used such asshould be used such as
• Type of respiratorType of respirator
• Filter and cartridge neededFilter and cartridge needed
• How long the filter and cartridges can be usedHow long the filter and cartridges can be used
Evaluate other personal protective equipment neededEvaluate other personal protective equipment needed
as wellas well
Contact your EH&S representative for respiratoryContact your EH&S representative for respiratory
protection recommendationsprotection recommendations

9. Before using respiratorsBefore using respirators, always, always
evaluate the possibility ofevaluate the possibility of….….
 Using engineering controlsUsing engineering controls byby
– Opening windows or doorsOpening windows or doors
– Using local exhaust fans or chemical fumeUsing local exhaust fans or chemical fume
hoodshoods
 Using administrative controlsUsing administrative controls byby
– Substituting less hazardous chemicalSubstituting less hazardous chemical
– Reducing exposure time to the chemicalReducing exposure time to the chemical
– Contracting out workContracting out work
– Working outdoorsWorking outdoors

10. Evaluating your healthEvaluating your health is alsois also
important when using a respirator,important when using a respirator,
becausebecause……
 Using a respirator adds stress to theUsing a respirator adds stress to the
cardiovascular and respiratory system.cardiovascular and respiratory system.
 This added stress could complicate or addThis added stress could complicate or add
to some existing health conditions.to some existing health conditions.
 Typically when using a respirator, other PPETypically when using a respirator, other PPE
is also used, creating additional stress onis also used, creating additional stress on
the body.the body.
 To help evaluate your health risks……..To help evaluate your health risks……..

11. A medical questionnaire is requiredA medical questionnaire is required
 As a new respirator userAs a new respirator user
 Every two years or if directed differently byEvery two years or if directed differently by
the physicianthe physician
 Whenever a user’s health changesWhenever a user’s health changes
significantlysignificantly

12. A respirator medical questionnaireA respirator medical questionnaire
Is confidential and only seen by the healthIs confidential and only seen by the health
care providercare provider
 Is reviewed by a licensed health care providerIs reviewed by a licensed health care provider
 Is obtained by contacting your EH&SIs obtained by contacting your EH&S
representative or at the following L&I website:representative or at the following L&I website:
Check out L&I WebsiteCheck out L&I Website
Submit your completed questionnaire in theSubmit your completed questionnaire in the
provided self-addressed return envelope toprovided self-addressed return envelope to
your EH&S representativeyour EH&S representative

13. Selecting a proper respiratorSelecting a proper respirator
 Important things to remember!Important things to remember!
 EH&S has many makes and models toEH&S has many makes and models to
trytry
 EH&S will assist in selectionEH&S will assist in selection
 If you are a new user or you already useIf you are a new user or you already use
a respirator and are having problemsa respirator and are having problems
with it, contact your EH&Swith it, contact your EH&S
representative for assistancerepresentative for assistance
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14. Selecting a proper respiratorSelecting a proper respirator
 MOREMORE important things to remember!important things to remember!
 Know the contaminants and their concentrationsKnow the contaminants and their concentrations
that you are being exposed tothat you are being exposed to
 If there isn’t sufficient oxygen presentIf there isn’t sufficient oxygen present (below(below
19.5%),19.5%), supplied air respirators must be usedsupplied air respirators must be used
 If contaminants or their concentrations presentIf contaminants or their concentrations present
Immediately Dangerous to Life and HealthImmediately Dangerous to Life and Health
(IDLH)(IDLH) conditions, supplied air respirators must beconditions, supplied air respirators must be
usedused

15. Selecting a proper respiratorSelecting a proper respirator
 If contaminants haveIf contaminants have poor warningpoor warning
propertiesproperties (taste, smell, irritant), supplied(taste, smell, irritant), supplied
air respirators must be usedair respirators must be used
 If you have facial hair, or can’t fit anyIf you have facial hair, or can’t fit any
respirator, powered air purifyingrespirator, powered air purifying
helmet units can be used whenever ahelmet units can be used whenever a
negative pressure respirator can benegative pressure respirator can be
used.used.

16. Selecting filters and cartridgesSelecting filters and cartridges
PesticidesPesticides
 Check the label for recommendationCheck the label for recommendation
 For most all pesticides the following two areFor most all pesticides the following two are
recommended:recommended:
– Dust/mist/fumes filterDust/mist/fumes filter
 No spray oils present: N-95 or P-100 (HEPA)No spray oils present: N-95 or P-100 (HEPA)
 Spray oils present: R-95 or P-100 (HEPA)Spray oils present: R-95 or P-100 (HEPA)
– ToxicsToxics
 Organic vapor cartridge (OV), or OV and acid gasOrganic vapor cartridge (OV), or OV and acid gas
cartridge, or multi-contaminant cartridgecartridge, or multi-contaminant cartridge

17. Selecting filters and cartridgesSelecting filters and cartridges
 Solvents and corrosivesSolvents and corrosives
– Contact your EH&S representative or respiratorContact your EH&S representative or respirator
manufacturermanufacturer
– Solvents can have poor warning properties andSolvents can have poor warning properties and
short breakthrough timesshort breakthrough times
 Asbestos and other respirable particles (<Asbestos and other respirable particles (<
10 um)10 um)
– P-100 (HEPA) filtersP-100 (HEPA) filters
 Nuisance dust, mists, fumesNuisance dust, mists, fumes
– N-95, R-95 (if contain oil), or P-100 filtersN-95, R-95 (if contain oil), or P-100 filters

18. Testing your respiratorTesting your respirator
 When first selecting a respirator, finding oneWhen first selecting a respirator, finding one
that has a good seal and is comfortable isthat has a good seal and is comfortable is
done by trying a variety of respirators anddone by trying a variety of respirators and
passing a respirator fit test by EH&Spassing a respirator fit test by EH&S
 Several factors can lead to a respirator thatSeveral factors can lead to a respirator that
does not seal properlydoes not seal properly
 That is why a respirator fit test is requiredThat is why a respirator fit test is required
annually to help insure its fit and to reviewannually to help insure its fit and to review
your use and care of the respiratoryour use and care of the respirator

19.  RecentRecent dental workdental work, and dentures, and dentures
 Facial surgeryFacial surgery, treatments, scars, treatments, scars
 Weight loss or gainWeight loss or gain of 15 pounds or moreof 15 pounds or more
 Facial changes fromFacial changes from agingaging
 Improper storage and maintenanceImproper storage and maintenance of respiratorof respirator
 RespiratorRespirator strapsstraps losing their elasticitylosing their elasticity
Factors that can change fitFactors that can change fit

20. A major factor that affects fitA major factor that affects fit
 A respirator fit test cannot be given ifA respirator fit test cannot be given if
there is facial hair present.there is facial hair present.
 A good fit cannot be expected the dayA good fit cannot be expected the day
you use your respirator when not cleanyou use your respirator when not clean
shavenshaven

21. When getting a respirator fit test:When getting a respirator fit test:
 Be clean shaven in the area of theBe clean shaven in the area of the
respirator seal zone that dayrespirator seal zone that day
 Bring your respiratorBring your respirator

22. Using your respirator properlyUsing your respirator properly
Before you use your respirator, be sure you understand:Before you use your respirator, be sure you understand:
1.1. InspectionsInspections (Review(Review Respirator InspectionRespirator Inspection presentation)presentation)
2.2. Donning and doffing (on and off)Donning and doffing (on and off)
3.3. MaintenanceMaintenance
4.4. Changing cartridges and filtersChanging cartridges and filters
5.5. What to do when things go wrongWhat to do when things go wrong

23. 1. Before you use your1. Before you use your
respiratorrespirator……
 Inspect the respiratorInspect the respirator to make sure all partsto make sure all parts
are in place, in good condition, clean, andare in place, in good condition, clean, and
operableoperable
 Make sureMake sure cartridges and filterscartridges and filters are theare the
proper ones for the jobproper ones for the job and are notand are not
damaged and not expireddamaged and not expired
 After donning the respirator, doAfter donning the respirator, do a positivea positive
and negative fit checkand negative fit check
--DemonstrationDemonstration

24. 2.How you put on your respirator2.How you put on your respirator
is importantis important
 Placing a half-face first on the bridge of the nosePlacing a half-face first on the bridge of the nose
and tightening the upper straps first insuresand tightening the upper straps first insures
placement for best comfort and prevention fromplacement for best comfort and prevention from
sliding down when perspiringsliding down when perspiring
 Make sure the straps are adjusted evenly on bothMake sure the straps are adjusted evenly on both
sides and the respirator is centered on the face.sides and the respirator is centered on the face.
Using a mirror is helpful for full-face usersUsing a mirror is helpful for full-face users
 Adjusting too tight can result in a poor fit fromAdjusting too tight can result in a poor fit from
distortion, discomfort and pain, short use periodsdistortion, discomfort and pain, short use periods
due to discomfort, headachesdue to discomfort, headaches

25. How you put on your respirator isHow you put on your respirator is
importantimportant
 Donning Particulate RespiratorsDonning Particulate Respirators
 Donning Dual Cartridge RespiratorsDonning Dual Cartridge Respirators
 Donning Half-face RespiratorsDonning Half-face Respirators
 Donning Full-face RespiratorsDonning Full-face Respirators

26. When removing your respiratorWhen removing your respirator
 Remove your contaminated gloves firstRemove your contaminated gloves first
 If the respirator is contaminated,If the respirator is contaminated,
decontaminate the respirator or put newdecontaminate the respirator or put new
clean gloves on before removing yourclean gloves on before removing your
respiratorrespirator

27. 3. Knowing when to change3. Knowing when to change
filters and cartridges isfilters and cartridges is
very importantvery important
 There must be aThere must be a written change-out schedulewritten change-out schedule
for them in the work area so employeesfor them in the work area so employees
change them out consistentlychange them out consistently
 Very few cartridges have change-out indicatorsVery few cartridges have change-out indicators
on them telling you when to change themon them telling you when to change them
 For solvents and acids, contact theFor solvents and acids, contact the
manufacturer or an EH&S representativemanufacturer or an EH&S representative

28. Changing cartridges and filtersChanging cartridges and filters
 ForFor pesticides and toxicspesticides and toxics change them afterchange them after
eight hours of use.eight hours of use.
 If periods of use are shorter than 8 hours,If periods of use are shorter than 8 hours,
add cumulative times.add cumulative times.
 If periods in-between use extend 2 weeks orIf periods in-between use extend 2 weeks or
more reduce the eight hour total time.more reduce the eight hour total time.

29. Changing filtersChanging filters
 N-95 filtersN-95 filters – change when breathing– change when breathing
becomes more difficult due to resistancebecomes more difficult due to resistance
 R-95 filtersR-95 filters – change after eight hours of– change after eight hours of
use when mists containing oil are presentuse when mists containing oil are present
 P-100P-100 – change when breathing becomes– change when breathing becomes
more difficult due to resistancemore difficult due to resistance

30. 4. Taking good care of your4. Taking good care of your
respirator will increase its usefulrespirator will increase its useful
lifetime and insure it workslifetime and insure it works
properly…properly…
when you need it towhen you need it to..

31. Keep a clean respiratorKeep a clean respirator
 Dirt particles under exhalation valves canDirt particles under exhalation valves can
reduce your seal/fit factorreduce your seal/fit factor
 Dirt, oils, bacteria, soaps, and disinfectantsDirt, oils, bacteria, soaps, and disinfectants
left on respirators can lead to skin irritationleft on respirators can lead to skin irritation
and dermatitis so make sure your respiratorand dermatitis so make sure your respirator
is clean and well rinsed before each useis clean and well rinsed before each use
 It is recommended to clean after each useIt is recommended to clean after each use

32. Clean your respirator properlyClean your respirator properly
 Clean in warm waterClean in warm water
(not to exceed 100(not to exceed 100oo
F)F)
 Use a mild detergentUse a mild detergent
 Wash with a soft spongeWash with a soft sponge
(brush if resistant)(brush if resistant)
Rinse withRinse with runningrunning (required)(required)
warm waterwarm water (not to exceed 100(not to exceed 100oo
F)F)
Sanitize (required) and rinseSanitize (required) and rinse
againagain
Recommend using one-stepRecommend using one-step
combination detergent/sanitizer tocombination detergent/sanitizer to
reduce sanitizer stepreduce sanitizer step

33. Clean your respirator properlyClean your respirator properly
 Dry the respirator with a lint free clothDry the respirator with a lint free cloth
 Or hang in a clean area until dryOr hang in a clean area until dry
 Package it up as soon as it is dry. Do notPackage it up as soon as it is dry. Do not
leave hanging outleave hanging out
 Inspect the respirator after re-assemblyInspect the respirator after re-assembly
– Review the Respirator Inspection presentationReview the Respirator Inspection presentation

34. RepairRepair
 Replace worn and defective parts with partsReplace worn and defective parts with parts
ONLYONLY for that specific respiratorfor that specific respirator
 Do not use a respirator until all necessaryDo not use a respirator until all necessary
repairs are completedrepairs are completed
 Have readily available the most commonlyHave readily available the most commonly
needed parts for timely repair to insure aneeded parts for timely repair to insure a
working respirator is always usedworking respirator is always used

35. It makes a lot of sense to…It makes a lot of sense to…
store your respirator properlystore your respirator properly
 It prevents it from getting distorted, whichIt prevents it from getting distorted, which
will cause it to lose its ability to fit properlywill cause it to lose its ability to fit properly
and require it to be replacedand require it to be replaced
 It prevents it from getting damagedIt prevents it from getting damaged
 It prevents it from becoming contaminatedIt prevents it from becoming contaminated
reducing the protection it can providereducing the protection it can provide

36. Good storage means….Good storage means….
 Storage in an uncontaminated areaStorage in an uncontaminated area
 Store contaminated cartridges separateStore contaminated cartridges separate
from respiratorfrom respirator
 Store cartridges and respirator in cleanStore cartridges and respirator in clean
sealed containers such as self-sealingsealed containers such as self-sealing
bags or sealed plastic containersbags or sealed plastic containers
 To prevent distortion,store in separateTo prevent distortion,store in separate
hard containers and not in tool boxes orhard containers and not in tool boxes or
with other itemswith other items

37. Good storage also means…Good storage also means…
 Storage away from heat, sun, and moistureStorage away from heat, sun, and moisture
 Moisture can reduce the life of someMoisture can reduce the life of some
cartridgescartridges
 Leaving cartridges unsealed can reduceLeaving cartridges unsealed can reduce
their useful lifetheir useful life

38. When things go wrongWhen things go wrong
KNOW WHAT TO DO

39. If you experienceIf you experience……
 Warning signs of taste, smell, irritation,Warning signs of taste, smell, irritation,
coughcough
 Medical symptoms such as difficulty inMedical symptoms such as difficulty in
breathing, shortness of breath, chest pain,breathing, shortness of breath, chest pain,
over exertionover exertion
 Signs and symptoms of exposure toSigns and symptoms of exposure to
contaminantscontaminants

40. Get out of area to fresh air andGet out of area to fresh air and
remove respiratorremove respirator
 Get out of area to fresh air and removeGet out of area to fresh air and remove
respiratorrespirator
 Get out of area to fresh air andGet out of area to fresh air and
remove respiratorremove respirator
 Get out of area to fresh air andGet out of area to fresh air and
remove respiratorremove respirator
Get out of area to fresh airGet out of area to fresh air
and remove respiratorand remove respirator

42. What to check and doWhat to check and do……
 Inspect respiratorInspect respirator
 Change cartridges or filtersChange cartridges or filters
 Red-don respirator and do positive andRed-don respirator and do positive and
negative fit checks to your satisfactionnegative fit checks to your satisfaction
 Re-enter and if conditions persist, exit andRe-enter and if conditions persist, exit and
notify your supervisornotify your supervisor
 Address medical and exposure symptomsAddress medical and exposure symptoms
and inform supervisorand inform supervisor
When safely in fresh air,

43. Why is it important to makeWhy is it important to make
sure your fit is good, and thatsure your fit is good, and that
you use and maintain theyou use and maintain the
respirator properly?respirator properly?

44. So that your respirator canSo that your respirator can
provide the level of protectionprovide the level of protection
it is designed to give…it is designed to give…
and the level of protectionand the level of protection
you needyou need

45. If you don’t do these thingsIf you don’t do these things
You operate with a false sense of protectionYou operate with a false sense of protection
and open yourself to:and open yourself to:
 Chronic exposures you never know aboutChronic exposures you never know about
 Acute exposures that you will know about later-Acute exposures that you will know about later-
after it’s too late for protectionafter it’s too late for protection

46. PotentialPotential hazardshazards you could beyou could be
exposed to include…exposed to include…
 ToxicsToxics where acute or chronic exposure couldwhere acute or chronic exposure could
result in systemic poisoning, illness, organresult in systemic poisoning, illness, organ
disfunction, sensitization,or deathdisfunction, sensitization,or death
 CorrosivesCorrosives (acids), which can cause temporary or(acids), which can cause temporary or
permanent tissue damage in the respiratorypermanent tissue damage in the respiratory
systemsystem
 Carcinogens & particulatesCarcinogens & particulates, which can lead to, which can lead to
cancer or other respiratory illnesses respectivelycancer or other respiratory illnesses respectively
 AllergensAllergens that promote illness, allergic reaction,that promote illness, allergic reaction,
reduced productivity, & sensitizationreduced productivity, & sensitization

47. Using respiratory protectionUsing respiratory protection
makes it possible for you tomakes it possible for you to
work safelywork safely
Following your RespiratoryFollowing your Respiratory
Protection Program allows you toProtection Program allows you to
work with confidencework with confidence

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beginning of the training to review for the quiz
The Respiratory ProtectionThe Respiratory Protection
Refresher Training is completeRefresher Training is complete
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