| Respirator Basics |  | |
Course description
Washington State law requires employers to develop and implement a Respiratory Protection Program whenever employees are exposed to respiratory hazards such as oxygen deficient conditions and harmful airborne hazards. This workshop is designed to provide participants with an overview of the Respirator Standard (WAC 296-842) and to present guidance to employers in the development of an effective Respiratory Protection Program including:
- Identifying basic respirator types;
- Evaluating employee exposures to respiratory hazards and;
- The minimal required elements of a written Respiratory Protection Program
- Program administration
- Respirator selection
- Medical evaluation and fit testing
- Maintenance and care of respirators
- Employee training and recordkeeping
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Voluntary vs. mandatory use
Workshop designed for: employers and designees responsible for developing and administration of your company's Respiratory Protection Program.
Please register in advance to ensure your place at the session you choose. Space is limited.
Workshop Schedule
| Date | Course# | City | Time |
| Nov 24, 2009 | 4800009 | Tumwater | 1 to 3:30 p.m. |
| Dec 15, 2009 | 2800022 | Tukwila | 1 to 3:30 p.m. |
| Mar 16, 2010 | 2800023 | Tukwila | 1 to 3:30 p.m. |
| Jun 15, 2010 | 2800024 | Tukwila | 1 to 3:30 p.m. |
| Sep 14, 2010 | 2800025 | Tukwila | 1 to 3:30 p.m. |
| Dec 14, 2010 | 2800026 | Tukwila | 1 to 3:30 p.m. |
Registration
- Register online
- By telephone at 1-800-574-2829
Please provide the requested information, including course number when prompted.
