Rowan University

DefinitionsHigh efficiency

particulate air (HEPA) filter

Immediately dangerous to life of health (IDLH)

Negative pressure respirator

Oxygen deficient atmosphere

Positive pressure respirator

Powered air-purifying respirator

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Supplied-air respirator (SAR)

General Information

Why respirator is necessary

How improper fit, use, or maintenance can effect the purpose of the respirator

Lung Defense MechanismsFiltrationMuco-Ciliary EscalatorWhite Blood Cell Activity-Macrophages

Smoking and it’s Effects

Types of RespiratorsAir Purifying

RespiratorsHalf FaceFull FacePAPRs

Supplied Air RespiratorsAirlinesSelf Contained

Breathing Apparatus

Filtering MediaMechanical Filters Chemical FiltersN, R, P95, 99, 100

AbsorptionAdsorption

Limitations and CapabilitiesOxygen level in

atmosphere must be between 19.5% and 21%

Will only work with corresponding filters or cartridges

Can protect you from hazardous levels of materials

If worn properly and in the right atmosphere, respirators can save your life

Inspection, Donning, Doffing, Use, and Checking Seals

Always inspect respirator before donning

Check integrity of seals and cartridges before putting on respirator

Maintenance and Storage

Cleaning and DisinfectingStorageInspection

Fit TestingQualitative

Irritant Smoke Banana Oil Sacharin Bitrex

Quantitative How Much

Fit Testing vs. Fit ChecksFit Tests Fit Checks

Positive fit checkNegative fit check

Medical Signs and SymptomsThe following are

signs or symptoms that may prevent the use of a respirator:SeizuresClaustrophobiaAsthmaEmphysemaPneumonia

Collapsed LungLung CancerBroken RibsChest

Injuries/SurgeriesAny other lung

problemsHeart or Circulation

problemsAnxiety

Fit Testing FrequencyYou Must Be Fit Tested Annually

You Must Also Be Tested If:You Need To Change The Make or Model of

The RespiratorYou Gain or Lose More Than 10% of Your Body

WeightYou Grow or Alter Any Facial HairYou Have Any Physical Changes To Your

Face/Dentures