Respiratory Protection Program Flashcards
CO responsibilities to the Respiratory Protection Program
Shall appoint a respiratory protection manager in writing
Respiratory Protection Program Manager (RPPM) shall complete the required training course within how long?
3 months
RPPM will provide guidance on proper respiratory types and stock levels to who?
SUPPO
How often will the RPPM evaluate the program?
at least annually
DH/DIVO are responsible for what in regards to RPP?
- provide PPE
- ensure personnel are trained
SMDR are responsible for what in regards to RPP?
- Assist in identifying and evaluating hazards and selecting the appropriate respirators
- Conduct periodic evaluations
- Medically certify qualified individuals
What are the requirements for Respirator Use?
- Current PHA
- No deployment limiting medical conditions
In cases where IMR status cannot be determined or other medical factors exists, what formal respirator certification can be used?
Respirator User Certification Exam 716
Who may conduct a Respirator User Certification Exam?
- Doctor
- RN/Occ Nurse
- PA
- PMT
- IDC
What 3 dispositions can be given on a 716 Exam?
- Medically qualified without restrictions
- Medically qualified with restrictions
- Not medically qualified
(SMDR must sign request)
Define Aerosols:
Any material dispensed from a pressurized container using a gas propellant
Define Dust:
Small solid particles created by breaking up of larger particles by processes such as crushing, grinding, or expulsion
Define Mist:
Finely divided liquid droplets suspended in air and generated by condensation or atomization
Oxygen Deficient Atmosphere
insufficient O2 to support life
What must the volume be to use an air-purifying respirator?
19.5%
What does IDLH stand for?
Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
What is IDLH?
concentration of a contaminant which can produce an immediate irreversible debilitating effect on health, or which can cause death
What are the 2 common engineering control used for air contaminants?
- Ventilation Systems
- Exhaust
What is GFSM?
Gas Free Medical Surveillance
What are the 2 types of Exhaust systems?
- Forced Air Systems (Laboratory Hoods in Medical/Dental spaces)
- Damage Control Gear (Red Devil Blowers)
Who shall ensure that all personnel comply with gas free medical surveillance program requirements?
CO
Who shall ensure that the gas free engineer program is evaluated at least annually?
Safety Officer
Who shall advise the GFE (Gas Free Engineer) regarding medical aid in the event there is a victim(s) in the space and continues aid once the victim(s) is removed?
SMDR
What are the 3 basic types of respirators?
- Air-purifying
- Atmosphere supplied air
- SCBA
What adequate amount of oxygen must be present in Air-Purifying Respirators?
19.5 percent by volume
Air-Purifying Respirators come in
- half
- full face pieces
What must NEVER be used as an air-purifying respirator?
SURGICAL MASKS
or
MILITARY GAS MASKS
What is used when an environment is immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH)?
Atmosphere-Supplying Respirator
What does EEBD stand for?
Emergency Escape Breathing Device
WHAT MUST NEVER BE USED FOR ENTRY INTO A HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE?
THEY ARE FOR ESCAPE ONLY!
EEBD
What are the procedures for Cleaning Respirators?
Wash with warm water and mild dishwashing detergent solution
What water temperature should be AVOIDED for cleaning respirators?
ABOVE 43 C/ 110 F
How long must you immerse the face piece of a respirator?
2 min
What’s the ratio of iodine to water to sanitize a face piece?
15ml of iodine solution to 1.5 liters of water
What is the temperature of the water when sanitizing the face piece?
about 100F
What temperature of water should be AVOIDED when sanitizing a face piece?
ABOVE 43 C/ 110 F
When sanitizing a respirator how should you dry it?
Air dry in a clean uncontaminated area
When sanitizing a respirator what should you do after it air dries?
Reassemble and re-inspect
How should you store a respirator?
In a clean plastic bag, ZIPLOCKS are preferred
Where should you store a respirator?
Store in a flat, clean, dry, uncontaminated area
Who can do repairs and adjustments on respirators?
The manufacturer
What are the requirements for Fit Testing Respirators?
- Fit tested prior to being issued a respirator;
- Annually thereafter
The fit-test must be performed while the test subject is wearing any applicable safety equipment that may be worn…
during actual respirator use, which could interfere with respirator fit
What are the 2 types of fit testing?
- Qualitative
- Quantitative
Qualitative Fit Testing can be conducted:
Either sea or shore
Quantitative Fit Testing can be conducted:
only at shore commands
Which is the preferred method of Qualitative Fit Testing?
Irritant smoke
