Respiratory Protection: Respiratory Hazards (Microlearning)

SNP-5.2

Respiratory hazards are common in many work environments. A respirator is a form of personal protective equipment, or PPE, that serves as a last line of defense against respiratory hazards. After implementing all of the other levels of the hierarchy of controls, employers must determine what inhalation hazards still exist. The type and severity of the remaining hazards will determine what kind of respiratory protection workers will need. Learners who successfully complete this module should be able to identify types of inhalation hazards, including gases and vapors, oxygen deficiency, and airborne particles. For a more complete training experience, see RSP-1.2 Respiratory Protection.