Respiratory Protection for Canada (French)

Respirators are important and commonly used in the workplace. This course explains what a respirator is and the types of hazards for which they can provide protection. It also explains the difference between air-supplying and air-purifying respirators as well as tight-fitting and loose-fitting respirators. The use of respirators within the hierarchy of controls is covered, as are assigned protection factor (APF), selection criteria, and cleaning, maintaining, inspecting, and storing procedures. Finally, training and personal responsibility are covered. [course outline] What Is a Respirator? Why Are Respirators Necessary? Air-Purifying and Air-Supplying Respirators Loose-Fitting and Tight-Fitting Respirators Tight-Fitting Respirators: Quarter, Half, and Full Masks Tight-Fitting Respirators: Negative- and Positive-Pressure Hazards, Respirators, and the Employer’s Responsibility Respirators: The Last Line of Defense The Hierarchy of Controls and Respirators Choosing a Respirator NIOSH-Certified Respirators Assigned Protection Factor (APF) APF Factors of Different Respirator Types Cleaning, Inspection, and Maintenance Standards Changing Filters Storage Training at Your Workplace Respirators: Your Responsibility