Respirator Fit Testing

SAFETY ACTIVITY: FIT TEST RESPIRATORS USING WAC 296-842-22010 User Seal Check Procedures:

Important Information for Employees: You need to conduct a seal check each time you put your respirator on; before you enter the respirator use area. The purpose of a seal check is to make sure your respirator (which has been previously fit-test by your employer) is properly positioned on your face to prevent leakage during use and to detect functional problems.

SUPERVISORS: 

REFERENCE: WAC 296-842-22010 and WAC 296-842-14005

FREQUENCY: RESPIRATOR FIT TESTING - ANNUAL

NOTE: Contact nicasafety@gmail.com for training program quote.

SAFETY MEETING QUESTION (answer required as attendance at this Safety Meeting): How often should you get fit tested for your respirator?

Text this answer to your supervisor if participating in text safety meetings.

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NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT USE RESPIRATORS IN YOUR COMPANY PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR AN ALTERNATE SAFETY MEETING THIS WEEK.