Respirator Training
The employer must provide initial respiratory protection training to affected employees prior to the first use a respirator.
Training respirator use when exposed to lead paint.
Initial Training
The employer must ensure that each employee can demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities of at least the following after initial training:
Training
- Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit, usage, or maintenance can compromise the protective effect of the respirator;
- What the limitations and capabilities of the respirator are; how to use the respirator effectively in emergency situations, including situations in which the respirator malfunctions;
- How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the respirator;
- What the procedures are for maintenance and storage of the respirator;
- How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of respirators; and
- The general requirements of this section.
Retraining
Retraining must be administered at least annually and when the following situations occur:
- Changes in the workplace or the type of respirator render previous training obsolete
- Inadequacies in the employee's knowledge, kills, or abilities
- Other situations in which retraining appears necessary to ensure safe respirator use
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
3-8. The employer must provide respirator retraining _____.
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