Personal Protective Equipment Flashcards

Which OSHA regulation is the primary standard governing respiratory protection programs for mold remediation workers in general industry?

Answer: 29 CFR 1910.134

29 CFR 1910.134 is OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard for general industry and establishes requirements for respirator selection, medical evaluation, fit testing, and maintenance.

What information must be included in a written respiratory protection program for mold remediation workers?

Answer: Procedures for respirator selection, medical evaluation, fit testing, use, and maintenance

OSHA 1910.134 requires a written program covering selection, medical evaluation, fit testing, proper use procedures, cleaning, maintenance, and employee training.

A remediation worker develops a skin rash after wearing latex gloves for mold work. What is the most appropriate corrective action?

Answer: Switch to nitrile or neoprene gloves and consult a physician

A rash after latex glove use suggests latex sensitivity or allergy; the worker should switch to latex-free alternatives like nitrile or neoprene and receive medical evaluation.

How should contaminated disposable PPE (coveralls, gloves, booties) be handled when a worker exits the mold remediation containment area?

Answer: Remove inside or at the exit of the containment, bag immediately, and dispose as contaminated waste

Disposable PPE must be removed at the containment exit and immediately sealed in waste bags to prevent spore dispersal into clean areas during removal.

During extended mold remediation tasks in a hot environment, a worker begins showing signs of heat stress while wearing full PPE. What is the most appropriate response?

Answer: Rotate the worker out of the containment area for rest, hydration, and cooling

Heat stress requires removing the worker from the hot environment for rest and cooling; PPE significantly increases heat burden, making scheduled rotation and rest breaks essential.

What does the 'P' designation in P100 respirator filters indicate?

Answer: The filter is oil-proof and maintains efficiency in oil-aerosol environments

The 'P' prefix in NIOSH filter designations means the filter is oil-proof, maintaining its 99.97% minimum efficiency even when exposed to oil-based aerosols.

Which scenario correctly describes when a full-face respirator provides an advantage over a half-face respirator during mold remediation?

Answer: When eye protection from airborne spores and chemical splashes is also needed

A full-face respirator integrates both respiratory and eye protection into one unit, eliminating gaps between separate goggles and a half-face respirator that could allow spore entry.