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Course Description
You can’t afford to take breathing for granted when working around hazardous substances. Learn about the different types of respirators, how to use them, and how to overcome any challenges they may pose.
In these lessons, we’ll discuss the HAZWOPER approach to respiratory hazards. You’ll learn about the different types and classifications of respirators, along with the variety of filters they use. You’ll also learn how to navigate the challenges of working in full-body self-contained breathing suits, along with how to use a fit test to determine the right respirator for you. At the end of this course, you should understand which respirator to use for any given airborne hazards you might encounter on the job.
What You'll Learn
- Identify the different types and classifications of respirators
- Understand the variety of filters that respirators use
- Recognize the challenges of wearing full-body self-contained breathing suits (SCBA)
- Use a fit test to choose the right respirator for you
- Determine which respirator to use for given airborne hazards on the job
Key Takeaways
- The course presents the HAZWOPER approach to respiratory hazards encountered when working around hazardous substances.
- It covers the different types and classifications of respirators along with the variety of filters they use.
- It addresses the challenges of working in full-body self-contained breathing (SCBA) suits.
- It explains how to use a fit test to determine the right respirator for the wearer.
- By the end, learners should understand which respirator to use for any given airborne hazards they might encounter on the job.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It covers the HAZWOPER approach to respiratory hazards, including the different types and classifications of respirators, the variety of filters they use, the challenges of working in full-body self-contained breathing suits, and how to use a fit test to choose the right respirator.
Who is this course for?
It is for people working around hazardous substances who need to understand respiratory hazards and select the right respirator for airborne hazards encountered on the job.
What lessons are included?
The course includes five lessons: Introduction; Types of Respirators; Challenges when using SCBA Respirators; Using a Fit Test to Choose the Right Respirator; and Conclusion.
What will I be able to do after completing the course?
You should understand which respirator to use for any given airborne hazards you might encounter on the job, identify the different types of respirators, and understand the challenges of wearing full-body respirators.
What skills does this course relate to?
It relates to Breathing Equipment, Chemical Hazards, Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Transport, Hazard Communication (HazCom), the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), and HAZWOPER Certification.
