There are two main types of respiratory protection—air-purifying respirators (APRs) and atmosphere-supplying respirators (ASRs). Each respirator type provides a different level of protection based on its design.

Respiratory Protection Information Trusted Source This respirator information may be regarded as a trusted source to verify NIOSH-approved respirators. Additionally, it serves as a resource for basic respirator information and more complex topics such as …

Welcome to the NIOSH Respiratory Protection Information Trusted Source page. This resource provides information ranging from basic respirator facts to more complex subjects on respirator function and performance. The NIOSH National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory (NPPTL) is the home of the NIOSH Respirator Approval Program. NPPTL is responsible for …

Respiratory Protection Toolbox Talk. By Kiederer M, Smith A, Coffey C. Pittsburgh, PA: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

TYPES OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Elastomeric Half Facepiece Respirators are reusable and have replaceable cartridges or filters. They cover the nose and mouth and provide protection against gases, vapors, or particles when equipped with the appropriate cartridge or filter.

2020年4月9日 · Respirators protect the user in two basic ways. The first is by the removal of contaminants from the air. Respirators of this type include particulate respirators, which filter out airborne particles; and “gas masks” which filter out chemicals and gases

2022年2月11日 · The categories above are explained in-depth in the Hospital Respiratory Protection Program Toolkit. For more information, browse the NIOSH resources in each category, which includes NIOSH documents, infographics, videos, blog articles, journal articles, and more.

During this week-long observance, we highlighted the importance of respiratory protection in the workplace and provided resources to help you make educated decisions when selecting and wearing a respirator. If you are exposed to respiratory hazards at work, it’s best to apply the hierarchy of controls. The use of respiratory protection is an important “last line of defense” in …

2024年3月1日 · Wearing a mask can help lower the risk of respiratory virus transmission. When worn by a person with an infection, masks reduce the spread of the virus to others. Masks can also protect wearers from breathing in infectious particles from people around them. Different masks offer different levels of protection. Wearing the most protective one you can comfortably …

NPPTL Fact Sheets We pulled key information from our various in-depth resources to create educational fact sheets on important respiratory topics. We hope that you will download, print, and use them to promote proper respiratory protection program practices.