Fit Testing Respirators

(10 min.) There are a variety of gases, fumes, vapors, dusts, mists, and other potentially hazardous materials in many industries. Protection from health hazards is a goal of all employers and employees. Today, we're going to take a look at respiratory protection and what you can do to protect your health. Always follow the procedures established for your company and when respiratory protection is issued to you, it is your responsibility to keep it clean, in good condition and of course, to wear it. If your equipment is damaged or leaking, report it to your supervisor immediately. Small cracks in the equipment can be the difference between protection or no protection.

Topics covered in this safety video include: fumes, vapors, gases, dusts, wash your hands and face before eating, 2 types of respirators: air purifying and air supplied, beards, how to properly fit a respirator, fit test, seal tests.

Program comes with a CD-ROM of written materials, including test questions and answers. English title also includes PowerPoint presentation.