Who is in charge of the respirator program?
Your employer must provide someone qualified and knowledgeable in respiratory protection to run all aspects of the program. Q: WHAT do I need to know about the respirator program? A: The program manager should provide or post a set of written standard operating procedures containing information about all aspects of the respirator program. The procedures describe when, where, and how to correctly use and care for your respirator. Q: SHOULD I see a doctor before I use my respirator? A: Before you are assigned a task requiring the use of a respirator, and periodically thereafter, your employer must check your health. Not all workers must be examined by a doctor. A questionnaire may be used to determine if conditions or symptoms indicate the need for further evaluation. Q: DO I need training to wear the respirator? A: Yes, you and your supervisors must be informed about the necessity for wearing respirators and the potential risks associated with not doing so. This training should include
