Respiratory Protection - Basic Training Respiratory Protection - Basic Training

Respiratory protection and self-contained breathing apparatus are used to protect employees from harmful gases, fumes, vapors and chemicals, as well as where the air doesn't contain enough oxygen to support life. Under OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.134, employers are required to provide training on the hazards involved when respiratory equipment is required and the type of equipment needed for proper protection. This program is designed to give employees basic information about personal protection under adverse or hazardous conditions.

Respiratory protection and self-contained breathing apparatus are used to protect employees from harmful gases, fumes, vapors and chemicals, as well as where the air doesn't contain enough oxygen to support life. Under OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.134, employers are required to provide training on the hazards involved when respiratory equipment is required and the type of equipment needed for proper protection. This program is designed to give employees basic information about personal protection under adverse or hazardous conditions.