Maintaining Respirators
Equipment must be properly maintained to retain its original effectiveness.
Maintaining Respirators
Respirators must be regularly cleaned and disinfected. Those used by more than one worker must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected after each use.
Respirators must be stored in a location that is convenient, clean, and sanitary. The maintenance and care program for respirators should be tailored to the specific type of facility, working conditions, and hazards present. This program must include the following basic services:
- Inspection for defects (including a leak check)
- Cleaning and disinfecting
- Repair
- Storage
Routinely used respirators must be collected, cleaned, and disinfected as frequently as necessary to ensure they provide proper protection for the user. Respirators maintained for emergency use must be cleaned and disinfected after each use.
Replacement or repairs must be done only by experienced persons with parts designed for the respirator. No attempt must be made to replace components or to make adjustments or repairs beyond the manufacturer's recommendations. Reducing or admission valves or regulators must be returned to the manufacturer or to a trained technician for adjustment or repair.
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4-9. If more than one person uses a respirator, how often should it be disinfected?
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