RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM
University of Wisconsin – Stout
Reviewed July 21, 2010
PURPOSE
The purpose of this respiratory protection program (RPP) is to insure that all UW-Stout
employees, therein referred to as users, are protected from respiratory hazards which
cannot be feasibly controlled by engineering controls. The objective of the RPP is to
comply with OSHA 1910.134 by fully implementing the respiratory protection standard.
The RPP applies to all users who are required to wear respiratory protection regardless
of the type of equipment used.
SCOPE
This program applies to all employees who are required to wear respirators during
normal work operations and during non-routine or emergency operations. This includes
designated employees in the following departments:
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Safety and Risk Management (SRM) – For collection of bulk samples, waste
handling and emergency response incidents.
Physical Plant Employees – For collection of bulk samples, asbestos removal
and work in other hazardous environments.
Student Health Center – For potential exposure to tuberculosis and other
infectious agents.
Power Plant Workers – For cleaning of combustion vessels.
Animal Care Workers – For potential exposure to allergens.
Steam Fitters – For welding work in steam pits.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Safety & Risk Management Services will serve as the program
administrator for the RPP and is responsible for the application, oversight and annual
review. The duties of the program administrator shall include:
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Assist in the coordination and scheduling personnel for training,
medical evaluations, fit testing and conduct exposure monitoring.
Select all respiratory protection equipment and supplies.
Maintain records of exposure monitoring, user training and
medical clearance records.
Perform annual review of the RPP to evaluate its effectiveness.
Supervisors shall be responsible for identifying potential respirator users to the
program administrator and shall ensure that all users comply with this RPP.
Individual users shall successfully complete training prior to being issued a
respirator, shall maintain all respiratory equipment in proper repair, and shall
notify their supervisor of any defects or needed repair of their issued respiratory
protection equipment.
RESPIRATOR SELECTION
Respirator selection will be made by the program administrator after conducting
an exposure assessment and will be documented on the Respiratory
Protection Hazard Assessment, Selection and Assignment Form which will
be maintained in Appendix A. Only NIOSH certified respiratory equipment will be
selected and used at UW-Stout. The Respirator Selection Chart in Appendix B
can be used by supervisors to help assess areas or tasks that may require the
use of respirators and warrant additional attention and evaluation.
Under 1910.1001(g)(2)(ii), employers must provide an employee with a tightfitting, PAPR instead of a negative pressure respirator when the employee
chooses to use a PAPR and it provides adequate protection to the employee.
Individual user selection will also be considered based on work activities face
piece designs, maintenance, and overall costs. Users may request a respirator
which provides greater protection than that specified by the program
administrator.
VOLUNTARY USE
The voluntary use of filtering facepiece respirators (dust mask, N-95) by
employees and students whose exposures are below the PEL’s for personal
comfort is allowed. Since elastometric face piece respirators place stress on the
users cardiovascular system, they shall not be worn in work environments where
exposure assessment as determined that respiratory protection is not required.
Information for voluntary use of respirators can be found in Appendix C.
MEDICAL EVALUATION
The program administrator will provide the physician with any information
regarding the user's working environment, protective equipment, exposure data,
pertinent regulatory information, and other requested information using the RPP
Respiratory Use Requirements form which will be retained in Appendix D.
Each prospective respirator user shall receive a medical evaluation using either
the medical questionnaire in Appendix E or an initial medical evaluation by the
Occupational Medicine Department in the Red Cedar Medical Center to
determine the employee’s ability to safely use a respirator prior to fit testing and
use of the respirator. The physician may request additional tests or evaluations
at his or her discretion.
Additional medical evaluation is required for respirator use covered under the
substance-specific standards as part of a comprehensive medical surveillance
program. The additional medical questionnaire and information for the physician
requirements for workers who must use a respirator to reduce asbestos
exposures can be found in Appendix F.
All respirator users will obtain a completed RPP Respirator Medical
Recommendation which will be retained in Appendix G prior to being fit tested
for a respirator.
FIT TESTING
Fit testing shall be performed prior to issuance and annually thereafter and will
be retained on the Respirator Fit Test Record in appendix H. Qualitative fit testing will
be performed by the Occupational Medicine Department in the Red Cedar Medical
Center. Any required personal protective equipment that may affect the fit of the
respirator shall be worn during testing. The positive and negative User Fit Checks
(detailed in Appendix I for reference) shall be performed each time a respirator is worn.
RESPIRATOR USE
Respirators selected by the program administrator shall be issued for use by the
User’s supervisor. Each user shall meet the following criteria prior to being issued
an authorized to use a respirator:
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Successful completion of respiratory protection training.
Complete all medical evaluation requirements.
Pass all fit test requirements.
Upon issuance, the user must complete the Respirator Inspection Record in
Appendix J for each respirator received. Cartridge service life will be determined by one
of the recognized methods in Appendix K and will be monitored by the user’s
supervisor.
All respirators shall be cleaned and disinfected upon issuance, in daily use, monthly or if
exchange between individuals becomes necessary. Cleaning and disinfecting shall be
conducted in accordance with the Respirator Cleaning Procedures in Appendix L or
by following the manufacturers recommendations. Respirators shall be stored in a
convenient, clean and sanitary location. Users shall report any damage or malfunction
discovered during inspection or while in use to a supervisor or the program
administrator. Respirators with tight fitting face-pieces will not be permitted to be worn
when any condition interferes with the face-to-facepiece seal.
In areas considered to be immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH), only
supplied air respirators or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) will be used. In
addition, a second individual suitably equipped with the necessary PPE and rescue
equipment must maintain visual or voice communication and be trained and capable of
providing assistance. This respiratory equipment will be inspected after each use and
monthly by the user and only Grade D air will be used.
Respirator Use Determination Process
1
Supervisor Role
Inform SRM about areas or tasks
where respirators use may be
required.
2
Conduct a hazard assessment to determine
worker exposure and respirator requirements.
Complete the Respiratory Use form and send
to the Occupational Medicine Department in the
Red Cedar Medical Center (RCMC).
Inform the supervisor of the prospective users
respiratory protection requirements and selects
the appropriate respirator type.
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4
5
6
Help user select respirator model.
Directs supervisor to contact RCMC for an
appointment for medical questionnaire, fit test
and/or additional medical surveillance.
Receives medical authorization for respirator
use from RCMC.
Conduct initial respiratory protection training.
Document issuance of respirator.
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11
Safety and Risk Management (SRM)
Send user to RCMC for annual fit
test and additional medical
surveillance.
Conduct annual respiratory protection training.
TRAINING
All training will be conducted in accordance with ANSI Z88.2 and OSHA 1910.134 and
will include the proper fit testing, use, limitations and care of respirators in addition to a
review of the RPP and OSHA 1910.134. A detailed training outline can be found in
Appendix M.
RPP EVALUATION
The program administrator shall, on an annual basis, evaluate the RPP using the
checklist in appendix N to assess its effectiveness and to insure the safety of
UW-Stout employees. The results of periodic inspections of respirator use,
consultations with wearers, measurements of hazard levels in work areas, and
medical surveillance of wearers will also be reviewed in the assessment process.
Any evidence of excessive exposure to workplace hazards will be immediately
addressed to determine why inadequate protection was provided, and action
shall be taken to remedy the problem. Based on the evaluation, the program
administrator will make changes to insure the continued effectiveness of the RPP.
Respiratory Protection Program Appendix
Respiratory Protection Hazard Assessment and Assignment
Appendix A
Respirator Selection Chart
Appendix B
Voluntary Use of Respirators
Appendix C
RPP Respiratory Use Requirements
Appendix D
RPP Medical Questionnaire
Appendix E
OSHA Asbestos Exposure Medical Surveillance
Appendix F
RPP Respirator Medical Recommendation
Appendix G
Respirator Fit Testing Procedures & records
Appendix H
Respirator User Seal Check Procedure
Appendix I
Respirator Inspection Checklist
Appendix J
Respirator Service Life (Wood Math Model)
Appendix K
Respirator Cleaning Procedures
Appendix L
Respiratory Protection Program Training
Appendix M
Respiratory Protection Program Evaluation
Appendix N
List of Current Respirator Users
Appendix O
Respirator Program Review Dates
Appendix P
Appendix A
Respiratory Protection Hazard Assessment,
Selection and Assignment Form
User Name:_______________________Department: ________________________
Worksite: ___________________________________________________________
General Description of Job Task: ________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Job Classification(s) ___________________________________________________
Level of physical exertion required to perform job: ___________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Respiratory hazard(s) present: __________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
OSHA PEL/STEL:___________________ ACGIH TLV: ___________________
Is monitoring data available? _______Yes ________No
If yes, attach to this form.
Contaminant concentrations present in the workplace:
Contaminant(s): ____________________________________ Concentration: _____
Contaminant(s): ____________________________________ Concentration: _____
Contaminant(s): ____________________________________ Concentration: _____
Does data indicate levels that exceed applicable limits? ______Yes
______No
Does data indicate IDLH concentrations? ______Yes ______ No
Note: Wherever hazardous exposure(s) cannot be identified or reasonably quantified,
the atmosphere must be considered IDLH.
Does data indicate oxygen deficiency (less than 19.5%)? ______Yes ______No
Is the respirator for routine use or emergency use? __________________________
Additional factors (i.e. temperature and humidity levels, etc.): __________________
___________________________________________________________________
Communication requirements: ___________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Are engineering/ administrative controls feasible? _______ Yes _______No
If no, describe reasons: ________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Protection Factor required:________
Fit test protocol:____________________
Type of respirator selected: ______ air purifying _______ atmosphere supplying
Style of respirator selected: ______ tight-fitting __________ loose-fitting
N-95______ Half Face ______ Full Face______ PAPR______ SCBA_______
Make:____________________________ Model:_________________________
Cartridge/canister type to be used: _______________________________________
Cartridge/canister change-out schedule: ___________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Notes: _____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Respirator Approval Number:___________________________________
Name of Evaluator ___________________________________Date:__________
Title: ___________________________________Work Phone: ______________
Appendix B
Respirator Selection Chart
Title
Heating Plant
Operator
Medical Staff
(nurses)
Maintenance
Mechanic
Building and
Grounds
Superintendants
Steamfitter
Steamfitter
Steamfitter
Process or Job
Boiler cleaning
heating plant
Medical Workers
with infectious
disease in Student
Health Care Center
Pool chemicals
Potential Respirator/Filter
Type
Supplied air respirator
Comments
N95 respirators
OSHA Class I, II or
III asbestos work
Half face respirator with
organic vapor cartridge
Half face respirator with
HEPA cartridge
Indoor welding and
cutting
PAPR with welding cover
lenses and HEPA cartridges
Welding
Steam pit entry
N95, half face, full face
Half face respirator with
HEPA cartridge if tests show
asbestos or fiberglass dust is
likely
Full face respirator or PAPR
also acceptable
Eye protection against
welding flash burns must be
provided
Follow confined space entry
procedures
Appendix C
Voluntary Use of Respirators
Appendix D to Sec. 1910.134 (Mandatory) Information for Employees Using
Respirators When Not Required Under the Standard
Respirators are an effective method of protection against designated hazards when
properly selected and worn. Respirator use is encouraged, even when exposures are
below the exposure limit, to provide an additional level of comfort and protection for
workers. However, if a respirator is used improperly or not kept clean, the respirator
itself can become a hazard to the worker. Sometimes, workers may wear respirators
to avoid exposures to hazards, even if the amount of hazardous substance does not
exceed the limits set by OSHA standards. If your employer provides respirators for
your voluntary use, or if you provide your own respirator, you need to take certain
precautions to be sure that the respirator itself does not present a hazard.
You should do the following:
1. Read and heed all instructions provided by the manufacturer on use,
maintenance, cleaning and care, and warnings regarding the respirators
limitations.
2. Choose respirators certified for use to protect against the contaminant of
concern. NIOSH, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of
the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, certifies respirators. A
label or statement of certification should appear on the respirator or respirator
packaging. It will tell you what the respirator is designed for and how much it
will protect you.
3. Do not wear your respirator into atmospheres containing contaminants for
which your respirator is not designed to protect against. For example, a
respirator designed to filter dust particles will not protect you against gases,
vapors, or very small solid particles of fumes or smoke.
4. Keep track of your respirator so that you do not mistakenly use someone
else's respirator.
[63 FR 1152, Jan. 8, 1998; 63 FR 20098, April 23, 1998]
Appendix D
RPP Respiratory Use requirements
Appendix E
RPP Medical Questionnaire
Appendix F
OSHA Asbestos Exposure Medical Surveillance
Federal Register, 29 CFR 1910.1001 Appendix D.
This mandatory appendix contains the medical questionnaires that must
be administered to all employees who are exposed to asbestos,
tremolite, anthophyllite, actinolite, or a combination of these minerals
above the action level, and who will therefore be included in their
employer's medical surveillance program. Part 1 of the appendix
contains the Initial Medical Questionnaire, which must be obtained for
all new hires who will be covered by the medical surveillance
requirements. Part 2 includes the abbreviated Periodical Medical
Questionnaire, which must be administered to all employees who are
provided periodic medical examinations under the medical surveillance
provisions of the standard.
INFORMATION PROVIDED TO THE PHYSICIAN
Federal Register, 1910.1001(1)(6)
(6)
Information provided to the physician. The employer shall provide the
following information to the examining physician:
(i)
A copy of this standard and Appendices D and E.
(ii)
A description of the affected employee's duties as they relate to the
employee's exposure.
(iii)
The employee's representative exposure level or anticipated exposure
level.
(iv)
A description of any personal protective and respiratory equipment used
or to be used.
(v)
Information from previous medical examinations of the affected employee
that is not otherwise available to the examining physician.
INFORMATION FOR THE PHYSICIAN
The OSHA General Industry Standard require the following:
FEDERAL REGISTER 29CFR 1910.1001(I)(2)(ii) –
(ii)
Such examination shall include, as a minimum, a medical and work
history: A complete physical examination of all systems with
emphasis on the respiratory system, the cardiovascular system and
digestive tract; completion of the respiratory disease standardized
questionnaire in Appendix E, Part 1; a chest roentgenogram
(posterior-anterior 14 x 17 inches); pulmonary function tests to
include forced vital capacity (FVC) and forced expiratory volume at 1
second (FEV1.0); and any additional tests deemed appropriate by the
examining physician. Interpretation and classification of chest
roentgenograms shall be conducted in accordance with Appendix E.
(3)
Periodic examinations. (i) Periodic medical examinations shall be
made available annually.
(ii)
The scope of the medical examination shall be in conformance with
the protocol established in paragraph (1) (2) (ii), except that the
frequency of chest roentgenograms shall be conducted in
accordance with Table 2, and the abbreviated standardized
questionnaire contained in Appendix D, Part 2, shall be administered
to the employee.
Table 2 - Frequency of Chest Roentgenograms
Age of Employee
Years since first exposure
15 to 35
35+ to 45
45+
0 to 10
Every 5 years
Every 5 years
Every 5 years
10+
Every 5 years
Every 2 years
Every 1 year
Appendix D. - Medical Questionnaire is attached.
Appendix E to ss1926.58 -Interpretation and Classification of Chest Roentgenograms --Mandatory
(a)
Chest roentgenograms shall be interpreted and classified in
accordance with a professionally accepted classification system and
recorded on a Roentgenographic Interpretation Form. *Form
CSD/NIOSH(M)2.8.
(b)
Roentgenograms shall be interpreted and classified only by a Breader, a board eligible/certified radiologist, or an experienced
physician with known expertise in pneumoconioses.
(c)
All interpreters, whenever interpreting chest roentgenograms made
under this section, shall have immediately available for reference a
complete set of the ILO-U/C International Classification of
Radiographs for Pneumoconioses, 1980.
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE
Federal Register, 29CFR 1910.1001(m)(3)
(3)
Medical surveillance. (i) The employer shall establish and
maintain an accurate record for each employee subject to medical
surveillance by paragraph (1)(1)(i) of this section, in accordance
with 29 CFR 1910.20.
(ii)
The record shall include at least the following information:
(A)
The name and social security number of the employee;
(B)
Physician's written opinions;
(C)
Any employee medical complaints related to exposure to
asbestos, tremolite, anthophyllite, or actinolite; and
(D)
A copy of the information provided to the physician as required by
paragraph (1)(6) of this section.
(iii)
The employer shall ensure that this record is maintained for the
duration of employment plus thirty (30 years, in accordance with
29 CFR 1910.20.
NOTE: Medical Examinations are required yearly.
Appendix G
RPP Respirato
or Mediical Reccommen
ndation
Appendix H
RESPIRATOR FIT TESTING
Name:
Date:
Name of Test conductor:
Respirator Selected:
Manufacturer:
Model:
Respirator Approval Number:
Cartridge approval Number:
A qualitative fit test was performed following all testing procedures found under
Appendix C to 29CFR 1910.134 App A.
The test subject has successfully completed the fit testing
with the respirator listed above.
The test subject has failed the fit testing with the respirator
listed above.*
*NOTE: The test subject should try fit testing with another
make, model or size respirator.
Test Subject Signature
Test Conductor Signature
Appendix I
User Seal Check Procedures
Negative Pressure Check
The wearer can perform this test by themselves in the field. The
wearer should use this test just before entering any toxic
atmosphere. It consists merely of closing off the inlet of the canister,
cartridge(s), or filters(s) by covering with the palm(s) or replacing the
seal(s), or of squeezing the breathing tube so that it does not pass
air; inhaling gently so that the face piece collapses slightly; and
holding the breath for ten seconds. If the face piece remains slightly
collapsed and no inward leakage is detected, the respirator is
probably tight enough. This test, of course, can be used only on
respirators with tight fitting face pieces.
Positive Pressure Check
This test is like the negative pressure test, and has the same
advantages and limitations. It is conducted by closing off the
exhalation valve and exhaling gently into the face piece. The fit is
considered satisfactory if slight positive pressure can be built up
inside the face piece without any evidence of outward leakage. For
some respirators, this method requires that the wearer remove the
exhalation valve cover and then carefully replace it after the test,
often a difficult task. Removing and replacing the exhalation valve
cover often disturbs the respirator fit; more so than the negative
pressure test. Therefore, this test should be used sparingly if it
requires removing and replacing a valve cover. The test is easy for
respirators whose valve cover has a single small port that can be
closed by the palm or a finger. The wearer should perform this test
just before entering any hazardous atmosphere.
Appendix J-1
Respirator Inspection Checklist
Respirator Issued to:
Hazard:
Type:
Make:
Model:
Face piece
_________ Cracks, tears, or holes
_________ Face mask distortion
_________ Cracked or loose lenses/face
shield
Head straps
_________ Breaks or tears
_________ Broken buckles
Valves:
_________ Residue or dirt
_________ Cracks or tears in valve
material
Filters/Cartridges:
_________ Approval designation
_________ Gaskets
_________ Cracks or dents in housing
_________ Proper cartridge for hazard
Air Supply Systems
_________ Breathing air quality/grade
_________ Condition of supply hoses
_________ Hose connections
_________ Regulator settings and valves
Rubber/Elastomer Parts
_________ Pliability
_________ Deterioration
Inspected by:
Action Taken:
Date:
Appendix J-2
SCBA Inspection Checklist
SCBA Identification Number:
1. Is the Face piece in good condition?
Excessive dirt
Cracks, tears, holes or distortions from storage
Inflexibility
Cracked or badly scratched lenses in full face
pieces
Incorrectly mounted full face piece lens or broken
or missing mounting clips
2. Are headstraps or head harness in good
condition?
Breaks in the straps
Loss of elasticity
Broken or malfunctioning buckles and attachments
Excessively worn serrations on the head harness
which might permit slippage
3. Is the exhalation valve in good condition?
Foreign material under the valve seat
Cracks, tears or distortion in the valve material
Improper insertion of the valve body in the face
piece
Cracks, breaks or chips in the valve body,
particularly in the sealing surface
Missing or defective valve cover
Improper installation of the valve in the valve body
4. Is the breathing tube in good condition
Damaged, worn or missing end connectors
Missing or loose hose clamps
Deterioration or the hose material
5. Is the high pressure air supply in good
condition?
Supply lines, hoses, attachments and end fittings
worn
Valves and air flow regulators inoperable
Low pressure alarm inoperable
Air cylinder less than full
Gauges inoperable
Air cylinder damaged
Air cylinder hydrostatic test out of date
6. Is the cylinder harness in good condition?
Straps or frame showing wear or damage
Broken or malfunctioning buckles and attachments
Air cylinder attachment devices inoperable
Inspected by:
Yes/No
Comments
Date:
Ap
ppendix K
Respiratorr Service Life - The Wo
ood Ma
ath Model Table
e
The tablle below pro
ovides brea
akthrough times for 12
20 chemicals at variou
us
concentrations. OS
SHA used the
t following standard conditionss to derive these
breakthrrough times
s:
Respirator cartridges: 2
emperature
e: 72o Fahre
enheit (22o C)
Te
Sorbentt: Activated charcoal
Re
elative hum
midity: < 50%
%
Sorbentt mass per cartridge: 26
2 g
Brreakthrough
h: 10%
Flow ratte: 53.3 liters per minu
ute
If the conditions in your case are
a significa
antly differe
ent from the
ese, in particular relative
humidity
y’s greater than
t
65%, you
y will nee
ed to make the approp
priate corre
ections to th
he
time give
en by the ta
able. Anoth
her section of
o this advissor provide
es a discusssion of thesse
factors.
How to use this Ta
able
Look down the left column to find
f
the che
emical and across the row to the column witth
the identified conce
entration, and there yo
ou will find tthe service life time in minutes.
Breakthro
ough Timess (min)
Indicates that
t
the serrvice life forr this contam
minant is lim
mited to a ssingle worksshift
by the OSHA Standard.
Name
CAS #
Conta minant Con
ncentration (ppm)
50
100
2
200
500
1000
0
Aromatiics
Benzene
71-43-2
Limited to
o a maximu
um
concentra
ation of 50 p
ppm for
negative p
pressure A
APR
See th
he Benzene
e Standard
1910.1
1028(g)
Toluene
e
108-88-3
1018
562
3
307
135
72
Ethylbenzene
100-41-4
1133
604
3
319
135
70
m-Xylen
ne
108-38-3
1143
608
3
321
136
70
Cumene
e
98-82-8
1122
586
3
304
126
64
Mesityle
ene
108-67-8
1159
603
3
311
128
65
p-Cyme
ene
99-87-6
1104
566
2
289
117
59
Alcohols
s
Methanol
67-56-1
This ca
alculation iss not appliccable to thiss
compo
ound
Ethanol
64-17-5
123
105
85
60
43
Isopropanol
67-63-0
425
286
186
101
61
Allyl alcohol
107-18-6
789
495
303
152
87
Propanol
71-23-8
551
364
233
123
73
sec-Butanol
78-92-2
773
464
272
130
72
Butanol
71-36-3
1073
615
345
156
84
2-Pentanol
6032-29-7
1091
601
327
143
75
3-Methyl-1-butanol
123-41-3
1242
672
358
152
78
4-Methyl-2-pentanol
108-11-2
1076
578
307
130
67
Pentanol
71-41-0
1281
690
366
155
79
2-Ethyl-1-butanol
97-95-0
1246
657
342
142
72
Monochlorides
Methyl chloride
74-87-3
Vinyl chloride
75-01-4
Not applicable, boiling point below
ambient temperatures
Not applicable, boiling point below
ambient temperatures
See the Vinyl Chloride Standard
1910.1017(g)
Not applicable, boiling point below
ambient temperatures
Ethyl chloride
75-00-3
2-Chloropropane
75-29-6
224
150
99
54
34
Allyl chloride
107-05-1
264
177
116
64
40
1-Chloropropane
540-54-5
492
301
181
90
52
2-Chloro-2-methylpropane
507-20-0
655
374
212
98
54
1-Chlorobutane
109-69-3
733
422
239
111
61
2-Chloro-2-methylbutane
594-36-5
705
398
222
101
55
1-Chloropentane
543-59-9
852
474
260
116
62
Chlorocyclopentane
930-28-9
Chlorobenzene
108-90-7
1327
709
376
160
83
1-Chlorohexane
544-10-5
993
530
281
119
62
o-Chlorotoluene
95-49-8
1297
682
356
148
76
1-Chloroheptane
629-06-1
930
492
258
109
56
3-(Chloromethyl) heptane
123-04-6
771
410
216
92
48
Dichlorides
See the Methylene Chloride Standard
1910.1052(g)
Dichloromethane
75-09-2
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
156-60-5
296
198
129
71
44
1,1-Dichloroethane
75-35-4
234
157
103
57
35
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
156-59-2
356
236
152
82
50
1,2-Dichloroethane
107-06-2
482
310
194
101
60
1,2-Dichloropropane
78-87-5
776
452
259
121
67
cis-1,2-Dichloropropene
6923-20-2
trans-1,2-Dichloropropene
7069-38-7
1,4-Dichlorobutane
110-56-5
846
475
263
118
64
o-Dichlorobenzene
95-50-1
Trichlorides
Chloroform
67-66-3
409
263
166
87
52
Methyl chloroform
71-55-6
618
366
214
102
57
Trichloroethylene
79-01-6
749
441
256
122
68
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
79-00-5
976
558
314
143
77
1,2,3-Trichloropropane
96-18-4
Tetrachlorides
Carbon tetrachloride
56-23-5
677
398
231
109
61
Perchloroethylene
127-18-4
1106
609
331
145
77
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
79-34-5
Pentachlorides
Pentachloroethane
76-01-7
Acetates
Methyl acetate
79-20-9
182
131
92
55
36
Vinyl acetate
108-05-4
389
251
158
82
49
Ethyl acetate
141-78-6
483
299
182
91
53
Isopropyl acetate
108-21-4
668
386
219
102
56
Isopropenyl acetate
108-22-5
Propyl acetate
109-60-4
768
438
246
112
61
Allyl acetate
591-87-7
sec-Butyl acetate
105-46-4
Butyl acetate
123-86-4
935
508
273
118
62
Isopentyl acetate
123-92-2
1007
530
277
116
59
1,3-Dimethylbutyl acetate
540-88-5
Pentyl acetate
628-63-7
1023
537
280
117
59
Hexyl acetate
142-92-7
Ketones
Acetone
67-64-1
118
92
69
44
30
2-Butanone
78-93-3
423
271
170
88
52
2-Pentanone
107-87-9
729
424
243
113
62
3-Pentanone
96-22-0
744
433
248
115
63
4-Methyl-2-pentanone
108-10-1
884
488
266
117
62
Mesityl oxide
141-79-7
1063
581
314
136
71
Cyclopentanone
120-92-3
1020
589
333
153
83
2,4-Pentanedione
123-54-6
1103
612
335
147
78
3-Heptanone
106-35-4
1061
561
294
123
63
2-Heptanone
110-43-0
791
432
234
102
54
Cyclohexanone
108-94-1
1257
683
366
157
81
963
496
254
103
52
5-Methyl-3-heptanone
3-Methylcyclohexanone
625-96-7
Diisobutyl ketone
108-83-8
4-Methylcyclohexanone
589-92-4
Alkanes
Pentane
109-66-0
332
205
124
63
37
2,3-Dimethylbutane
79-29-8
533
307
175
82
45
Hexane
110-54-3
585
334
189
87
48
Methylcyclopentane
96-37-7
613
357
205
96
53
Cyclohexane
110-82-7
2,2,4-Trimethylpentane
540-84-1
747
401
214
92
48
Heptane
142-82-5
769
420
227
99
52
Methylcyclohexane
108-87-2
842
463
252
111
59
1,3,5-Cycloheptatriene
544-25-2
2,2,5-Trimethylhexane
3522-94-9
817
429
224
93
48
Cyclooctane
292-64-8
747
410
224
99
53
Nonane
111-84-2
907
470
242
100
51
Decane
124-18-5
902
461
234
95
48
5-Ethylidene-2-orbornene
Amines
Methylamine
74-89-5
Not applicable, boiling point below
ambient temperatures
Dimethylamine
124-40-3
Not applicable, boiling point below
ambient temperatures
Ethylamine
75-04-7
Not applicable, boiling point below
ambient temperatures
Isopropylamine
75-31-0
167
117
80
46
30
Propylamine
107-10-8
226
155
104
59
37
Diethylamine
109-89-7
498
299
177
86
49
Butylam
mine
109-73-9
580
349
2
207
100
57
Triethyla
amine
121-44-8
747
412
2
225
100
53
Dipropy
ylamine
142-84-7
871
474
2
255
111
58
Diisopro
opylamine
108-18-9
716
395
2
216
96
51
Cyclohe
exylamine
108-91-8
1065
575
3
308
132
69
Dibutyla
amine
111-92-2
980
507
2
261
107
54
Miscella
aneous
Methyl iodide
i
74-88-4
Acrylonitrile
107-13-1
This ca
alculation iss not appliccable to thiss
compo
ound
465
Lim
mited to a m
maximum
co
oncentration
n of 100 pp
pm
See th
he Acrylonittrile Standa
ard
1910.1
1045(h)
Dibromo
omethane
74-95-3
947
565
3
331
158
89
Pyridine
e
110-86-1
1031
599
3
342
158
87
Epichlorohydrin
106-89-8
866
525
3
310
150
84
2-Metho
oxyethanol
109-86-4
1,2-Dibrromoethane
e
106-93-4
1252
699
3
384
170
90
1-Nitrop
propane
108-03-2
933
548
3
315
147
80
2-Ethox
xyethanol
110-80-5
1105
624
3
345
154
81
Acetic anhydride
a
108-24-7
1095
623
3
348
156
83
2-Metho
oxyethyl acetate
32718-56
6-2
1092
594
3
319
137
71
Bromob
benzene
108-86-1
1448
761
3
397
165
84
2-Ethox
xyethyl acettate
111-15-9
1143
600
3
312
129
65
Appendix L
Respirator Cleaning Procedures: Appendix B-2 to § 1910.134
These procedures are provided for employer use when cleaning respirators. They are
general in nature, and the employer as an alternative may use the cleaning
recommendations provided by the manufacturer of the respirators used by their
employees, provided such procedures are as effective as those listed here in Appendix
B- 2. Equivalent effectiveness simply means that the procedures used must accomplish
the objectives set forth in Appendix B-2, i.e., must ensure that the respirator is properly
cleaned and disinfected in a manner that prevents damage to the respirator and does
not cause harm to the user.
Procedures for Cleaning Respirators
A. Remove filters, cartridges, or canisters. Disassemble facepieces by removing
speaking diaphragms, demand and pressure- demand valve assemblies, hoses, or any
components recommended by the manufacturer. Discard or repair any defective parts.
B. Wash components in warm (43 deg. C [110 deg. F] maximum) water with a mild
detergent or with a cleaner recommended by the manufacturer. A stiff bristle (not wire)
brush may be used to facilitate the removal of dirt.
C. Rinse components thoroughly in clean, warm (43 deg. C [110 deg. F] maximum),
preferably running water. Drain.
D. When the cleaner used does not contain a disinfecting agent, respirator components
should be immersed for two minutes in one of the following:
1. Hypochlorite solution (50 ppm of chlorine) made by adding approximately one
milliliter of laundry bleach to one liter of water at 43 deg. C (110 deg. F); or,
2. Aqueous solution of iodine (50 ppm iodine) made by adding approximately 0.8
milliliters of tincture of iodine (6-8 grams ammonium and/or potassium iodide/100
cc of 45% alcohol) to one liter of water at 43 deg. C (110 deg. F); or,
3. Other commercially available cleansers of equivalent disinfectant quality when
used as directed, if their use is recommended or approved by the respirator
manufacturer.
E. Rinse components thoroughly in clean, warm (43 deg. C [110 deg. F] maximum),
preferably running water. Drain. The importance of thorough rinsing cannot be
overemphasized. Detergents or disinfectants that dry on facepieces may result in
dermatitis. In addition, some disinfectants may cause deterioration of rubber or
corrosion of metal parts if not completely removed.
F. Components should be hand-dried with a clean lint-free cloth or air-dried.
G. Reassemble facepiece, replacing filters, cartridges, and canisters where necessary.
H. Test the respirator to ensure that all components work properly.
[63 FR 1152, Jan. 8, 1998]
Appendix M
Respiratory Protection Program Training
Supervisors shall receive annual training provided by the Safety & Risk
Management Department which will include, but not be limited to
the following:
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
User training and instruction
Basic respiratory protection policies.
Selection and use of respirators to protect each user against every respiratory
hazard to which the user may be exposed.
The structure and operation of the entire respirator program.
The legal requirements pertinent to respirator use in their respective situations.
The training objective is to ensure that each supervisor understands
the responsibility in facilitating all aspects of this RPP including:





Maintenance that each user may be expected to perform
Issuance of respirators
Control of their use
Designated or assigned storage areas and the requirements of the area
Communication of feedback to the program administrator regarding the
effectiveness of the respiratory protection program.
User’s shall receive in-house training provided by the Safety & Risk
Management Department, the supervisor, or out-of-house training approved by
the program administrator. The extent and frequency of user training will
depend upon the nature and extent of the hazard. As a minimum, each
user will receive respiratory protection training prior to issuance and
annually thereafter. User training shall include, but not be limited to:

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




Instruction in the nature of the hazard, whether acute,
chronic, or both, and an honest appraisal of what may happen if the
respirator is not used.
Explanation of why a more positive control is not immediately
feasible. This shall include recognition that every reasonable effort
is being made to reduce or eliminate the need for respirator.
A discussion of why this is a proper type of respirator for the
particular purpose.
A discussion of the respirators capabilities and limitations.
Instruction and training in actual use of the respirator.
Classroom and field training to recognize and respond to
emergency situations.
The general requirements of 29 CFR 1910.134
Appendix N
Respiratory Protection Program Evaluation
In general, the respirator program should be evaluated for each job, or at least annually,
with program adjustments, as appropriate, made to reflect the evaluation results.
Program function can be separated into administration and operation.
A. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Yes
No
Yes
No
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____
1. Is there a written policy which acknowledges employer responsibility
For providing a safe and healthful workplace and assigns program
responsibility, accountability, and authority?
2. Is program responsibility vested in one individual who is knowledgeable
And who can coordinate all aspects of the program at the job site?
3. Can feasible engineering controls or work practices eliminate the need
for respirators?
4. Are there written procedures/statements covering the various aspects
of the respirator program, including:
 Designation of an administrator
 Respirator selection
 Purchase of MSHA/NIOSH certified equipment
 Medical aspects of respirator usage
 Issuance of equipment
 Fitting
 Training
 Maintenance, storage, and repair
 Inspection
 Use under special conditions
 Work area surveillance
B. PROGRAM OPERATION
1. Respiratory Protective Equipment Selection
 Are work area conditions and worker exposures properly surveyed?
 Are respirators selected on the basis of hazards to which the worker
is exposed?
 Are selections made by individuals knowledgeable of proper selection
procedures?
2. Are only NIOSH certified respirators purchased and used?
3. Do they provide adequate protection for the specific hazard?
4. Has a medical evaluation of the prospective user been made to determine
physical and psychological ability to wear the selected respiratory
protective equipment?
Yes
5. Where practical, have respirators been issued to the users for their
exclusive use, and are there records covering issuance?
6. Respiratory protective equipment fitting:
 Are the users given the opportunity to try on several respirators to
determine whether the respirator they will subsequently be wearing is
the best fitting one?
 Is the fit tested at appropriate intervals?
 Are those users who require corrective lenses properly fitted?
 Are wearing contact lenses prohibited when using respirators?
 Is the face piece-to-face seal tested in a test atmosphere?
 Are workers prohibited from wearing respirators in contaminated work
areas when they have facial hair or other characteristics that may cause
face seal leakage?
7. Respirator use in the work area:
 Are respirators being worn correctly (i.e., head covering over
respiratory straps?
 Are workers keeping respirators on all the time while in the work area?
8. Maintenance of respiratory protective equipment:
 Are respirators cleaned and disinfected after each use when
different people use the same devise, or as frequently as
necessary for devices issued to individual users?
 Are proper methods of cleaning and disinfecting utilized?
Storage
 Are respirators stored in a manner so as to protect them from dust,
sunlight, heat, excessive cold or moisture, or damaging chemicals?
 Are respirators stored properly in a storage facility so as to prevent
them from deforming
 Is storage in lockers and tool boxes permitted only if the respirator
is in a carrying case or carton?
Inspection
 Are respirators inspected before and after each use and cleaning?
 Are qualified individuals/users instructed in inspection techniques?
 Is respiratory protective equipment designated as "emergency use"
inspected at least monthly (in addition to after each use)?
 Are SCBA incorporating breathing gas containers inspected weekly
for breathing gas pressure?
 Is a record kept of the inspection of "emergency use" respiratory
protective equipment?
No
Yes
Repair
 Are replacement parts used in repair those of the manufacturer
of the respirator?
Special Use Conditions
 Is a procedure developed for respiratory protective equipment usage in
atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health?
 Is a procedure developed for equipment usage for entry into confined
spaces?
Training
 Are users trained in proper respirator use, cleaning, and inspection?
 Are users trained in basis for selection of respirators?
 Are users evaluated, using competency-based evaluation, before
and after training?
Conclusion




Is this Respiratory Protection Program adequate?
Are administrative controls adequate?
Are engineering controls adequate?
Are there changes which could be made to increase the effectiveness
of this plan?
 Will changes be made (please attach explanation).
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
DATE:
No
Appendix O
List of Current Respirator Users
Name of User
Jim Uhlir
Date Issued Respirator Type Resp Make Resp Model
12/14/2009
1/2 Face, Neg
North
7700 Large
Issued By
Dean Sankey
Appendix P
Respirator Program Review Dates
Date
7/21/2010
Changes Made to Program
Added List of Current Respiator Users (App O) and Respirator
Program Review Dates (App P)