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The UCSB Respiratory Protection Program Manual outlines procedures and responsibilities for ensuring the safe use of respiratory protection equipment at UC Santa Barbara. It includes guidelines for hazard assessment, equipment selection, medical evaluations, training, fit testing, and maintenance of respirators. The program aims to comply with state and federal regulations while protecting employees from occupational diseases caused by hazardous atmospheres. Key roles include department heads, supervisors, employees, and the Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) office.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Respiratory Protection Manual in the editor.
Begin by reviewing the 'Purpose/Introduction' section to understand the manual's objectives and compliance requirements.
Navigate to the 'Applicability/Scope' section to identify who is required to follow these guidelines.
In the 'Responsibilities' section, fill out the relevant fields for Department Heads, Supervisors, and Employees as applicable.
Proceed to 'Requirements/Procedures' where you can document hazard assessments and ensure proper equipment selection.
Utilize the 'Record Keeping Requirements' section to maintain accurate training and medical evaluation records.
Finally, review any attachments for additional forms or protocols that may need completion.

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Do I need a respiratory protection program?

If employees must wear respirators at work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to have a written respiratory protection program, as outlined in OSHAs respiratory protection standard 1910.134 under the PPE Subpart.

What disqualifies you from wearing a respirator?

People with claustrophobia may not be able to wear a full facepiece or hooded respirator. People with vision problems may have trouble seeing while wearing a mask or hood (there are special masks for people who need glasses). Employees must be medically evaluated before assigned to use a respirator.

What is the OSHA requirement for respiratory protection?

For protection against particulates, the employer shall provide: an atmosphere-supplying respirator; or. an air-purifying respirator equipped with high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters certified by NIOSH under 30 CFR Part 11 or with filters certified for particulates under 42 CFR Part 84; or.

What are the PPE for respiratory protection?

FFRs are disposable respirators that cover the nose and mouth. EHMRs are reusable respirators and cover the nose and mouth. Elastomeric full facepiece respirators are reusable and cover the nose, mouth, and eyes. PAPRs are reusable and often have a hood or helmet that covers the nose, mouth, and eyes.