Sample PPE Inspection Checklists
Supplied-Air Respirators
Regular inspection helps to identify potential issues, damages, or wear that could compromise the respirator's performance, thus reducing the risk of accidents or injury.
Supplied Air Respirators
Inspect SARs at the following times:
- daily when in use
- at least monthly when in storage
- every time they are cleaned
- Inspect air lines before each use for cracks, kinks, cuts, frays, and weak areas.
- Check for proper setting and operation of regulators and valves (per manufacturers' recommendations).
- Check all connections for tightness. Check material conditions for:
- signs of pliability
- signs of deterioration
- signs of distortion
Check face shields and lenses for:
- cracks
- crazing (a network of very small cracks)
- fogginess
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