Respirators are required when working around hazardous materials that present an inhalation hazard. A respirator is a personal protective device that covers at least the nose and mouth to reduce the amount of contaminated air inhaled by the user. This module will discuss the types of respirators typically used for hazardous waste operations and emergency response.
• Differentiate between air-purifying and air-supplying respirators
• Describe the capabilities and limitations of different respirator types
• Identify which type of respirator should be used in a given situation
• Describe the requirements for wearing a respirator
• Describe how to clean, inspect, and store a respirator
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