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903.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to identify the different types of respiratory protection equipment provided by the Department, the requirements and guidelines for the use of respirators, and the other mandates associated with their use.

This policy applies to all members whose job duties could require them to use respiratory protection due to exposure to atmospheres where there is ……., low levels of oxygen, high levels of carbon monoxide, or the presence of toxic gases or other respiratory hazards.

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smoke

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903.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to identify the different types of respiratory protection equipment provided by the Department, the requirements and guidelines for the use of respirators, and the other mandates associated with their use.

This policy applies to all members whose job duties could require them to use respiratory protection due to exposure to atmospheres where there is smoke,……, high levels of carbon monoxide, or the presence of toxic gases or other respiratory hazards.

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low levels of oxygen

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903.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to identify the different types of respiratory protection equipment provided by the Department, the requirements and guidelines for the use of respirators, and the other mandates associated with their use.

This policy applies to all members whose job duties could require them to use respiratory protection due to exposure to atmospheres where there is smoke, low levels of oxygen, ……, or the presence of toxic gases or other respiratory hazards.

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high levels of carbon monoxide

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Any atmosphere that poses an immediate threat to life, would cause irreversible adverse health effects, or would impair an individual’s ability to escape from a dangerous atmosphere.

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Immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) -

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Interior atmospheric conditions at structure fires beyond the incipient stage are considered……, as are a variety of rescue types.

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IDLH

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Any device that is worn by the user to reduce or eliminate exposure to harmful contaminants through the inhalation of those contaminants.

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Respiratory protection

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903.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the Elyria Fire Department to require members to use the proper level of respiratory protection, as described below, when working in hazardous conditions. The level of protection may be increased or decreased by a company officer or Incident Commander (IC) based upon his/her …….. Members shall not be required, or allowed, to enter or work in hazardous conditions without proper respiratory protection, and shall be trained in the proper use and care of the devices.

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evaluation of the hazard

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It is the policy of the Elyria Fire Department to require members to use the proper level of respiratory protection, as described below, when working in hazardous conditions. The level of protection may be increased or decreased by a company officer or Incident Commander (IC) based upon his/her evaluation of the hazard. Members shall not be required, or allowed, to……., and shall be trained in the proper use and care of the devices.

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enter or work in hazardous conditions without proper respiratory protection

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The Fire Chief will designate a …….with sufficient training or experience to oversee the objectives of this policy and ensure that the Department meets any legal mandates related to respiratory protection.

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program administrator

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The Fire Chief will designate a program administrator with sufficient training or experience to oversee the objectives of this policy and ensure that the Department meets any ……. related to respiratory protection.

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legal mandates

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The administrator shall (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4123:1-21-02; OAC § 4167-3-03):

Maintain, implement, and administer a written ……..

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respiratory protection program

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The administrator shall

Ensure the written respiratory protection program and related procedures are …….

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followed and appropriate.

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The administrator shall

Ensure the procedures and written respiratory protection program address ……. in accordance with OAC § 4123:1-21-02.

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relevant mandates

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The administrator shall

Ensure selected respirators continue to effectively……. members.

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protect

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The administrator shall

Have supervisors periodically monitor ……. to ensure members are using them properly.

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member respirator use

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The administrator shall
Regularly ask members who are required to use respirators for their ……. and whether they have problems with the following:
Respiratory fit during use
Any effects of respirator use on work performance
Respirators being appropriate for the hazards encountered
Proper use under current work site conditions
Proper maintenance

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input on program effectiveness

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The administrator shall
Ensure the Department covers the…… associated with respirators, medical evaluations, fit testing, training, maintenance, travel costs, and wages, as applicable.

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costs

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The administrator shall

Provide direction for……. selection.

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respirator

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The administrator shall

Require ……. evaluations for members that use respiratory protection as set forth in 29 CFR 1910.134.

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medical

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903.4 USE OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

Members exposed to……in the course of their assigned activities shall use respiratory protection devices.

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harmful environments

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Members using respiratory protection shall ensure that they have no…….between the sealing surface of the facepiece and the face that could interfere with the seal or the valve function. Members also shall ensure that they have no other ……. that will interfere with the face-to-facepiece seal or the valve function (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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facial hair

condition

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Members shall not wear corrective glasses, goggles, or other personal protective equipment (PPE) that …….of the facepiece to the face, or that has not been previously tested for use with that respiratory equipment.

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interferes with the seal

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For all tight-fitting respirators, members shall perform a ……. each time they put on the respirators, using the procedures in 29 CFR 1910.134, App. B-1 or other department-approved procedures recommended by the respirator manufacturer.

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user seal check

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When there is a ……. or when a member’s degree of exposure or stress may affect respirator effectiveness, the company officer shall reevaluate the continued effectiveness of the respirator and shall direct the member to leave the respirator use area when:

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change in work area conditions

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Company officers shall monitor members using respiratory protection and their degree of …….

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exposure or stress.

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When there is a change in work area conditions or when a member’s degree of exposure or stress may affect respirator effectiveness, the company officer shall reevaluate the continued effectiveness of the respirator and shall direct the member to leave the respirator use area when:

It is necessary for the member to ……. to prevent eye or skin irritation associated with respirator use.

The member detects vapor or gas breakthrough, or when there is a change in breathing resistance or leakage of the facepiece.

The member needs to replace the respirator or the filter, cartridge, or canister.

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wash his/her face and the respirator facepiece

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When there is a change in work area conditions or when a member’s degree of exposure or stress may affect respirator effectiveness, the company officer shall reevaluate the continued effectiveness of the respirator and shall direct the member to leave the respirator use area when:

It is necessary for the member to wash his/her face and the respirator facepiece to prevent eye or skin irritation associated with respirator use.

The member ……., or when there is a change in breathing resistance or leakage of the facepiece.

The member needs to replace the respirator or the filter, cartridge, or canister.

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detects vapor or gas breakthrough

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When there is a change in work area conditions or when a member’s degree of exposure or stress may affect respirator effectiveness, the company officer shall reevaluate the continued effectiveness of the respirator and shall direct the member to leave the respirator use area when:

It is necessary for the member to wash his/her face and the respirator facepiece to prevent eye or skin irritation associated with respirator use.

The member detects vapor or gas breakthrough, or when there is a change in breathing resistance or leakage of the facepiece.

The member needs to …….or the filter, cartridge, or canister.

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replace the respirator

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Members who detect vapor or gas breakthrough, changes in breathing resistance, or leakage of the facepiece shall ……. before returning to the work area.

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replace or repair the respirator

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Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) are atmosphere-supplying respirators for which the ……. is designed to be carried by the user.

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breathing air source

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The practice of buddy breathing, also known as an emergency escape breathing support system, may be utilized where it is accomplished through the use of a connection approved by the……. and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The connection shall not compromise the system integrity of the users giving or receiving air (OAC § 4123:1-21-02).

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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

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The practice of buddy breathing, also known as an emergency escape breathing support system, may be utilized where it is accomplished through the use of a connection approved by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the …….. The connection shall not compromise the system integrity of the users giving or receiving air (OAC § 4123:1-21-02).

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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

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Using a universal air connection to rapidly refill an SCBA while it is being worn by the user shall only be done if (OAC § 4123:1-21-02):

Manufacturer-permitted, ……approved fill options are used.

An imminent life-threatening situation requires immediate action to prevent the loss of life or serious injury.

It is done prior to the occurrence of a life-threatening situation that could require immediate action to prevent the loss of life or serious injury.

The risk assessment process has identified procedures for limiting personnel exposure during the refill process and has provided for adequate equipment inspection and member safety.

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NIOSH-

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Using a universal air connection to rapidly refill an SCBA while it is being worn by the user shall only be done if (OAC § 4123:1-21-02):

Manufacturer-permitted, NIOSH-approved fill options are used.

An imminent life-threatening situation requires immediate action to prevent the …….

It is done prior to the occurrence of a life-threatening situation that could require immediate action to prevent the loss of life or serious injury.

The risk assessment process has identified procedures for limiting personnel exposure during the refill process and has provided for adequate equipment inspection and member safety.

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loss of life or serious injury.

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Using a universal air connection to rapidly refill an SCBA while it is being worn by the user shall only be done if (OAC § 4123:1-21-02):

Manufacturer-permitted, NIOSH-approved fill options are used.

An imminent life-threatening situation requires immediate action to prevent the loss of life or serious injury.

It is done ……. of a life-threatening situation that could require immediate action to prevent the loss of life or serious injury.

The risk assessment process has identified procedures for limiting personnel exposure during the refill process and has provided for adequate equipment inspection and member safety.

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prior to the occurrence

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Using a universal air connection to rapidly refill an SCBA while it is being worn by the user shall only be done if (OAC § 4123:1-21-02):

Manufacturer-permitted, NIOSH-approved fill options are used.

An imminent life-threatening situation requires immediate action to prevent the loss of life or serious injury.

It is done prior to the occurrence of a life-threatening situation that could require immediate action to prevent the loss of life or serious injury.

The risk assessment process has identified procedures for limiting personnel exposure during the refill process and has provided for ……. and member safety.

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adequate equipment inspection

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Company officers or the IC may allow the use of full-face respirators in situations where, due to the duration of the incident and level of exposure, the use of SCBA is not necessary or practical. These situations may include but are not limited to:

……. where members are not working in the hot zone.

Overhaul operations where the structure has been fully ventilated and the atmosphere has been tested for unsafe levels of carbon monoxide and adequate levels of oxygen.

Incidents involving weapons of mass destruction where members are outside of the hot zone and not directly exposed to any known hazard.

Certain emergency medical responses where additional protection is warranted.

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Hazardous materials incidents

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Company officers or the IC may allow the use of full-face respirators in situations where, due to the duration of the incident and level of exposure, the use of SCBA is not necessary or practical. These situations may include but are not limited to:

Hazardous materials incidents where members are not working in the hot zone.

Overhaul operations where the structure has been fully ventilated and the atmosphere has been tested for unsafe levels of …….

Incidents involving weapons of mass destruction where members are outside of the hot zone and not directly exposed to any known hazard.

Certain emergency medical responses where additional protection is warranted

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carbon monoxide and adequate levels of oxygen

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Company officers or the IC may allow the use of full-face respirators in situations where, due to the duration of the incident and level of exposure, the use of SCBA is not necessary or practical. These situations may include but are not limited to:

Hazardous materials incidents where members are not working in the hot zone.

Overhaul operations where the structure has been fully ventilated and the atmosphere has been tested for unsafe levels of carbon monoxide and adequate levels of oxygen.

Incidents involving …… where members are outside of the hot zone and not directly exposed to any known hazard.

Certain emergency medical responses where additional protection is warranted

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weapons of mass destruction

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Company officers or the IC may allow the use of full-face respirators in situations where, due to the duration of the incident and level of exposure, the use of SCBA is not necessary or practical. These situations may include but are not limited to:

Hazardous materials incidents where members are not working in the hot zone.

Overhaul operations where the structure has been fully ventilated and the atmosphere has been tested for unsafe levels of carbon monoxide and adequate levels of oxygen.

Incidents involving weapons of mass destruction where members are outside of the hot zone and not directly exposed to any known hazard.

Certain …….where additional protection is warranted

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emergency medical responses

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Full-face respirators shall not be used when there is a potential for an ……. atmosphere.

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oxygen-deficient

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……. are a type of air-purifying respirator. They may be fitted with mechanical pre-filters or combination cartridge/filter assemblies for use in areas where gases, vapors, dusts, fumes, or mists are present. The correct cartridge must be selected prior to use (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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Cartridge respirators

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A company officer or IC may specify the use of cartridge respirators in situations where the use of an SCBA or a full-face respirator is not necessary. These incidents may include ……, exposure to a patient with a communicable disease, and certain other incidents. Cartridge respirators shall not be used if there is a potential for an oxygen-deficient atmosphere or a risk of exposure to the member’s face or eyes.

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vegetation fires

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Cartridge respirator filters shall be replaced whenever:

The wearer begins to ….. a contaminant.

The wearer begins to experience difficulty breathing due to filter loading.

The cartridges or filters become wet.

The expiration date on the cartridges or canisters has been reached.

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smell, taste, or be irritated by

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Cartridge respirator filters shall be replaced whenever:

The wearer begins to smell, taste, or be irritated by a contaminant.

The wearer begins to ….. due to filter loading.

The cartridges or filters become wet.

The expiration date on the cartridges or canisters has been reached.

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experience difficulty breathing

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Cartridge respirator filters shall be replaced whenever:

The wearer begins to smell, taste, or be irritated by a contaminant.

The wearer begins to experience difficulty breathing due to filter loading.

The cartridges or filters become ……

The expiration date on the cartridges or canisters has been reached.

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wet

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Cartridge respirator filters shall be replaced whenever:

The wearer begins to smell, taste, or be irritated by a contaminant.

The wearer begins to experience difficulty breathing due to filter loading.

The cartridges or filters become wet.

The …… on the cartridges or canisters has been reached.

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expiration date

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N95 medical masks are a class of disposable respirators that are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and NIOSH as suitable for use where fluid resistance is a priority. The masks protect against particulate contaminants that are ……. and meet the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for the prevention of tuberculosis (TB) exposure. Misuse of the N95 respirators may result in serious injury or death. N95 masks should only be used to protect the wearer from particulate contaminants and are not suitable in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere or where an unsafe level of carbon monoxide exists.

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0.3 microns or larger

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N95 medical masks are a class of disposable respirators that are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and NIOSH as suitable for use where fluid resistance is a priority. The masks protect against particulate contaminants that are 0.3 microns or larger and meet the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for the prevention of ……. exposure. Misuse of the N95 respirators may result in serious injury or death. N95 masks should only be used to protect the wearer from particulate contaminants and are not suitable in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere or where an unsafe level of carbon monoxide exists.

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tuberculosis (TB)

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903.4.5 TRAINING
Members …… unless they have completed the mandatory training requirements for the selected device (see the Respiratory Protection Training Policy).

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shall not use respirators

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Fit tests are used to ……. evaluate the fit of a respirator on an individual. Each new department member required to use SCBAs shall be quantitatively fit tested before being permitted to use SCBAs in a hazardous atmosphere and annually thereafter (OAC § 4123:1-21-02). Fit tests may only be administered by persons determined to be qualified by the program administrator (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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qualitatively or quantitatively

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Fit tests are used to qualitatively or quantitatively evaluate the fit of a respirator on an individual. Each new department member required to use SCBAs shall be ……. fit tested before being permitted to use SCBAs in a hazardous atmosphere and annually thereafter (OAC § 4123:1-21-02). Fit tests may only be administered by persons determined to be qualified by the program administrator (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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quantitatively

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After initial testing, fit testing shall be repeated:

At least once every ……

Whenever there are changes in the type of SCBA or facepiece used.

Whenever there are significant physical changes in the user (e.g., obvious change in body weight, scarring of the face seal area, dental changes, cosmetic surgery, or any other condition that may affect the fit of the facepiece seal).

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12 months

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After initial testing, fit testing shall be repeated:

At least once every 12 months.

Whenever there are changes in the type of …… used.

Whenever there are significant physical changes in the user (e.g., obvious change in body weight, scarring of the face seal area, dental changes, cosmetic surgery, or any other condition that may affect the fit of the facepiece seal).

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SCBA or facepiece

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After initial testing, fit testing shall be repeated:

At least once every 12 months.

Whenever there are changes in the type of SCBA or facepiece used.

Whenever there are ……. in the user (e.g., obvious change in body weight, scarring of the face seal area, dental changes, cosmetic surgery, or any other condition that may affect the fit of the facepiece seal).

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significant physical changes

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Fit testing is to be done only in a……. mode. If the facepiece is modified for fit testing, the modification shall not affect the normal fit of the device. Such modified devices shall only be used for fit testing and not for field use (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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negative-pressure

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The ……. shall be responsible for maintaining records of all fit testing.

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Training Officer

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Current fit test records shall be retained as required by the department records retention schedule, but in all cases at least until the next fit test is administered. Fit test records shall include (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03):

Name of person tested.
Test date.
Type of fit test performed.
Description (type, manufacturer, model, style, and size) of the respirator tested.
Results of fit tests (e.g., quantitative fit tests should include the overall fit factor and a print-out, or other recording of the test).
The ……. for the respirator fit testing program, including pass/fail criteria.
Instrumentation or equipment used for the test.
Name or identification of test operator.

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written guidelines

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All members who are required to use respiratory protection must complete a ……. upon initial fit testing and annually thereafter, as well as if any of the following conditions arise between annual tests (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4123:1-21-02; OAC § 4167-3-03):

A member reports medical signs or symptoms that are related to his/her ability to use a respirator.

A Physician or Licensed Health Care Professional (PLHCP), supervisor, or the respirator program administrator informs the employer that an employee needs to be reevaluated.

Information from the respiratory protection program, including observations made during fit testing and program evaluation, indicates a need for an employee reevaluation.

A change occurs in workplace conditions (e.g., physical work effort, protective clothing, temperature) that may result in a substantial increase in the physiological burden placed on an employee.

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medical evaluation questionnaire

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The questionnaires will be reviewed by a PLHCP selected by ……to determine which, if any, members need to complete physical examinations.

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the Department

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The ……. shall be responsible for maintaining records of all respirator medical evaluation questionnaires and any subsequent physical examination results.

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Training Officer

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Prior to each shift, members are required to ……. all SCBA and respirators which are on frontline fire apparatus. If the equipment is not in daily use, it should be inspected at least once a week and after each cleaning. Inspection should include but is not limited to the following:

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physically inspect and operate

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The ……. shall be in charge of this department’s SCBA program, inspection, inventory and repair.

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Captain assigned to Number 3 Fire Station

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Members should thoroughly clean and sanitize all SCBA and respirators after each use (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03). Respirators may be washed with mild detergent and warm water using a brush, followed by a thorough rinsing with fresh water and drying in a contaminant-free location. Sanitizing of respirators is performed with…….

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cotton swabs and/or isopropyl alcohol pads.

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Every SCBA shall be inspected and serviced on an …… by individuals who have been trained and certified by the SCBA manufacturer to perform such annual servicing. The SCBA cylinders shall be hydrostatically tested within the periods specified by the manufacturer, DOT, and NIOSH (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4123:1-21-02; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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annual basis

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Respirators in storage shall be protected against (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4167-3-03):

Dust
.......
Heat
Extreme cold
Excessive moisture
Damaging chemicals
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Sunlight

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Freshly cleaned respirators can be stored in reusable plastic bags or in a storage cabinet. Care must be taken so that distortion of the rubber or elastic parts does not occur. Respirators shall not be stored in lockers or vehicles unless the respirators are stored in ……. and are protected from damage.

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individual containers

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Freshly cleaned respirators can be stored in ……. or in a storage cabinet. Care must be taken so that distortion of the rubber or elastic parts does not occur. Respirators shall not be stored in lockers or vehicles unless the respirators are stored in individual containers and are protected from damage.

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reusable plastic bags

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All filters, cartridges, and canisters shall be properly labeled and color-coded with ….. approval labels. Labels shall not be removed and must remain legible (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4123:1-21-02; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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NIOSH

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The Department shall conduct annual flow testing on all SCBA. A flow test, also known as a ….., ensures that the SCBA is performing to the manufacturer’s specifications. Unlike basic inspections and functional testing, flow testing requires specialized equipment. The Department shall use NFPA standards or the SCBA manufacturer’s requirements for flow testing, whichever is more stringent (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4123:1-21-02; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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performance test

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The Department shall conduct annual flow testing on all SCBA. A flow test, also known as a performance test, ensures that the SCBA is performing to the manufacturer’s specifications. Unlike basic inspections and functional testing, flow testing requires ……. The Department shall use NFPA standards or the SCBA manufacturer’s requirements for flow testing, whichever is more stringent (29 CFR 1910.134; ORC § 4167.07; OAC § 4123:1-21-02; OAC § 4167-3-03).

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specialized equipment

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Exposing SCBA to extreme temperatures, water, or chemicals can degrade SCBA performance. If an SCBA is exposed to any type of corrosive material that could lead to a component failure, it should be sent to a ….. for testing. If a member suspects that an SCBA has been compromised or damaged, a flow test should be conducted to ensure that it is in good working order.

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certified SCBA technician

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Exposing SCBA to extreme temperatures, water, or chemicals can degrade SCBA performance. If an SCBA is exposed to any type of corrosive material that could lead to a component failure, it should be sent to a certified SCBA technician for testing. If a member suspects that an SCBA has been compromised or damaged, a……should be conducted to ensure that it is in good working order.

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flow test

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All annual flow testing must be performed by a …….

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certified SCBA technician

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