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Water Industry Respiratory Protection

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Drinking Water and Wastewater

Vector Solutions

Stephanie Tuton

Stephanie.Tuton@vectorsolutions.com

866-546-1212 Ext.

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A respirator is a safety device covering at least the nose and mouth that protects the wearer against hazardous atmospheres. These atmospheres can contain particulates/dusts (e.g., silica); vapors and gases (e.g., carbon monoxide); atmospheres that are Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) (e.g., oxygen deficiency); physical agents (e.g., radioactive particles); or biological agents (e.g., mold spores). Respiratory protection is needed if employees must enter any areas where these hazards are present. About 5 million employees in 1.3 million establishments use respirators at one time or another. Improper use of respirators can result in overexposure to hazardous contaminants, oxygen deficiency (suffocation) or acute and chronic health effects. The objective of this training course is to provide basic information on the selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective devices so that they may be used in a safe and effective manner

Basic thru Intermediate

* The Regulations * Types of Respirators * Air Purifying Respirators (APR) * Respirator Certification and Performance * Respirator Selection * Respirator Use * Special Considerations for Respirator Use * Respirator Training Requirements

This course is intended for professional operators, technicians, and management personnel of water districts, agencies and organizations.

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