CPR Respiratory & PPE Programs 2

Question 1

Under OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134), who must review and approve a written respiratory protection program?

Accepted Answer

A suitably trained program administrator

Answer

OSHA requires the program to be administered by a suitably trained program administrator who is knowledgeable about respiratory hazards and respirator use.

Question 2

Which respirator class provides the highest level of protection against airborne contaminants in restoration environments?

Accepted Answer

Supplied-air respirator (SCBA) in pressure-demand mode

Answer

Pressure-demand SCBA provides the highest assigned protection factor (APF of 10,000) and is used in immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) atmospheres.

Question 3

During mold remediation, a worker enters a category-3 contamination area. What minimum respiratory protection is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Full-face respirator with combination OV/P100 cartridges

Answer

Extensive mold contamination (Category 3) requires a full-face respirator with combination organic vapor and P100 particulate filters to protect against both spores and VOCs.

Question 4

Which NIOSH filter designation blocks at least 99.97% of airborne particles and is oil-proof?

Accepted Answer

P100

Answer

P100 filters are rated to filter at least 99.97% of particles and are resistant to oil-based aerosols, making them suitable for environments with both particulates and oil mists.

Question 5

A respirator medical evaluation must be provided to employees before fit testing. Which form is OSHA-approved for this evaluation?

Accepted Answer

OSHA Appendix C Questionnaire

Answer

OSHA Appendix C to 1910.134 is the mandatory medical evaluation questionnaire that a licensed healthcare professional must review before clearing an employee for respirator use.

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CPR Respiratory & PPE Programs 2