Respiratory Protection
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Respiratory Protection Articles
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Respiratory Protection - Breathing Air for Life [Aug 2010]
An airborne contaminant is any type of material or gas that does not normally occur in the natural ambient atmosphere. Unlike other types of hazards in the workplace, airborne contaminants are often overlooked because of their small size and ubiquitous nature. You may not be able to see, feel or even smell them; however, the lungs are an extremely efficient sponge and quickly absorb oxygen as well as contaminants from the air we breathe.
Face Fit Testing [Jun 2010]
Although workplace legislation and Health and Safety practices vary from country to country, some technical aspects of respirator fitting are fairly consistent. This article highlights UK practices, which may also apply to other countries throughout the world.
Respiratory Protection [Jun 2010]
Relax and take a deep breath
An airborne contaminant is any type of material or gas that does not normally occur in the natural ambient atmosphere. Unlike other types of hazards in the workplace, airborne contaminants are often invisible because of their small size or ubiquitous nature. You may not be able to see, feel or even smell them, however, the lungs are an extremely efficient filter and quickly absorb contaminants from the air we breathe.
Saving Your Skin - Choosing the Right Garment for the Hazard, Showers and Eyebaths [May 2010]
Each year hand and finger injuries typically cause more than one million US workers to visit a hospital for medical treatment. In 2008 alone, there were 137,020 Days Away From Work Cases in the US as a direct result of work-related hand and finger injuries.
Filtrating Respiratory Protection Devices - tools against hazardous particles [Apr 2010]
Respiratory protective devices provide protection against different types of air contamination e.g. dusts, fumes, gases and vapours that are hazardous for human health. Respirators are generally classified two basic categories: filtering devices – used as the simplest protection equipment against chemical agents, and breathing apparatus – generally used by specially trained end-users in complex environments.
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Safeguarding against dangers to breathing is crucial [Feb 2010]
It only takes three lungfuls of toxic fumes to become unconscious. If you are working on your own, they could be the last three breaths you take.
Above the Neck - Protection of the head, face, vision and hearing [Nov 2009]
It really goes without saying that the protection of the head, face, vision and hearing in many working environments is of paramount importance. This is due to the importance and sensitivity of these areas and the potential consequences should any of these areas be damaged. Many of the required protective equipment can be fitted into one device - the helmet. However sometimes it is impractical, uncomfortable or just unavailable to the user.
A Fitting Tribute to Respiratory Safety [Nov 2009]
Casellla Measurement is a leading manufacturer of a complete range of workplace and ambient monitoring equipment, including dust, air, noise and heat. Gary Noakes, product manager, takes a look at the development of respiratory protective equipment and the importance of measuring and monitoring exposure to reduce potential hazards in the workplace.
Breathe Easy - The How Why and When of RPE Selection [Nov 2009]
Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) has been placed firmly at the bottom of the hierarchy of control and is often referred to as a control measure of last resort. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations have enshrined the hierarchy in legislation for over 20 years. This hierarchy indicates the relative desirability and efficacy of various forms of control.
Breathe Easy [Apr 2009]
The how, why and when of RPE selection
Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) has been placed fi rmly at the bottom of the hierarchy of control and is often referred to as a control measure of last resort. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations have enshrined the hierarchy in legislation for over 20 years. This hierarchy indicates the relative desirability and effi cacy of various forms of control. (See fi gure 1).
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Respiratory Protection [May 2008]
PPE Versus Airborne Particulates
In order to begin to prevent injuries to the respiratory system it is vital to understand and realise what level of airborne particulate or other elements are present in the working environment and of what type.
Face Fit Testing RPE [Apr 2008]
The final defence in hazardous situations
UK Face Fit Testing Legislation is now nearly five years old. All UK employees who wear tight-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) should, by now, have a certificate to prove that the protective equipment they wear during work not only fits them, but also affords them the effective protection necessary for the task being performed. However, research indicates that this is not the case.
Respiratory Hazards [Sep 2007]
Defending against the hazards of contaminated air
When the very air that we breathe is contaminated how can we protect ourselves and defend against its hazards?
Do You Know Your WEL? [Jul 2006]
Understanding the hazards from welding fumes
Respiratory Protection [Apr 2006]
Changes in Europe within the field of respiratory protection against solid and liquid particles.
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Protective Clothing [Jan 2006]
Filtering devices for industrial workplaces
Respiratory Protective Equipment [Jul 2004]
Three out of four fire fatalities are caused by smoke inhalation and most lung and chest related diseases including cancers are a result of long-term exposure to various dusts, fumes or particle filled atmospheres.
...all i need is the air that i breathe... [Jan 2004]
Here’s a paradox. Situations where there is the greatest danger from inhalation hazards need the most complex forms of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) – breathing apparatus (BA).
Protective Clothing [Jan 2004]
Interdisciplinary expertise is best
Respiratory Disease [Jul 2003]
A suitable case for treatment
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Respiratory Protection for Industry [Oct 2002]
Industry can breathe easy with modern Respiratory Protection Equipment systems
Whilst circumstances will generally dictate which form of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is most suitable to a particular application, recent technological advancements have meant that there is now much more of a choice within those parameters.
