PPE – Respiratory Protection

The purpose of this lesson is to provide workers with high level knowledge and skills regarding respiratory PPE, as commonly required by regulatory agencies.

Course Overview

The purpose of this lesson is to provide workers with high level knowledge and skills regarding respiratory PPE, as commonly required by regulatory agencies.

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • Recognize the value of PPE for the respiratory system
  • Understand common workplace hazards regarding the respiratory system
  • Describe the common characteristics of PPE for the respiratory system
  • Identify common types of PPE for the respiratory system
  • Explain the proper fit for PPE for the respiratory system
  • Explain how to care for PPE for the respiratory system
  • List employee and employer responsibilities regarding PPE for the respiratory system

Course Topics

  • The Importance of Respiratory Protection
  • Respiratory Hazards
  • Examples and Characteristics of Respiratory Protection
  • Fit and Care of Respirator