Respiratory Protection Written Program
O.S.T.S., Inc. will develop a site-specific program focused
on your company’s specific operations. The written document
will be directed toward the five main areas of the Respiratory
Protection Standard - Chemical usage review, policies/procedures,
equipment selection, medical evaluations, and fit testing
and training. The final document will meet and/or exceed Cal
/ Fed OSHA standards, CCR Title 8 Section 5144 / 29 CFR 1910.134.
Respiratory Protection Employee Training
This training session will ensure that the students understand
the potential for exposure and their liability and responsibility
as it relates to the company's Respiratory Protection Program.
Individuals who participate in this training will be given
a comprehensive overview of the Standard, your company’s
written policies and procedures and how hazardous materials/chemicals
can affect their daily activities.
The instructor will ensure that each employee can demonstrate
knowledge of at least the following:
(A) Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit,
usage, or maintenance can compromise the protective effect
of the respirator;
(B) What the limitations and capabilities of the respirator
are;
(C) How to use the respirator effectively in emergency situations,
including situations in which the respirator malfunctions;
(D) How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the
seals of the respirator;
(E) What the procedures are for maintenance and storage of
the respirator;
(F) How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit
or prevent the effective use of respirators; and
(G) The general requirements of this section.
Participants will receive materials/handouts needed to assist
in subject retention. The session will consist of lecture,
handouts, video presentation & fit testing.
NOTE: For all clients scheduling respiratory protection training
which includes respirator fit testing (both required annually
by Cal OSHA CCR8 § 5144) the following stipulations apply:
1. Client’s applicable employees must have participated
in a medical evaluation (CCR 8 § 5144e) and have received
a statement from your company’s consulting physician
stating that they are "Fit to wear a Respirator".
This document must be signed and dated within twelve months
of the respiratory training / fit testing course.
Click
here for a copy of the Mandatory Medical Questionnaire
(CCR Title 8 Section 5144, Appendix C)
2. Client must have, at least, one set of P100 filters/Hepa
Filters for the respirators employees are to be tested (With
more filters available the class will move faster because
students will not have to wait for filters from previous students).
Regarding respiratory protection products, manufacturer’s
cartridges, filters and parts must NOT be interchanged with
differing manufacturer's product.
3. Students MUST be clean-shaven at all areas where the respirator
seal meets the face. If facial hair is present at the mask's
seal point, student can NOT be fit tested
CUSTOMER FIRST!
OSTS is not the "Employer" so the Cal OSHA requirement
is not applicable to OSTS. The purpose of this requirement
is to ensure that our clients (Employers) maintain compliance
with CCR
Title 8 Section 5144(e) requirements. |
