Respiratory Protection: Fundamentals and Fit-Testing

Many work environments and activities necessitate the use of respiratory protection to protect workers from health hazards. Under these circumstances, OSHA requires employers to properly implement a respiratory protection program, including the selection of proper respirators, medical evaluations, fit-testing and training. This workshop is designed to provide attendees with the knowledge to properly develop a program.

• Understanding the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134)
• Understanding the types and performance of various types of respirators
• Understanding medical evaluations
• Understanding fit-testing and seal-checks, including hands-on practical experience in conducting qualitative fit testing
• Understanding proper use, maintenance, storage, and disposal requirements
• Understanding worker training requirements

Length: 4 hours

Location: This course will be held at the Minnesota Safety Council Resource Center located at 474 Concordia Avenue in St. Paul. Take the Dale Street exit from I-94. Proceed east on south frontage road (Concordia Avenue) past the American Lung Association. Turn right into our lower level parking lot.

Lodging: Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown, 175 West 7th Street in St. Paul. Reservations can be made directly by calling 651.225.1515 or booking online, single or double occupancy. Please make reservations directly with the hotel and be sure to identify yourself as a participant in a Minnesota Safety Council training course to receive the preferred rate.

Cancellation Policy: Pre-registration and payment are required. Hopefully you won't need to cancel, but if you do, please do so at least three business days prior to the course for a full refund. No refunds will be made after three business days prior to the course. This policy will be enforced, so please plan ahead if you need to cancel your attendance.

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