Respiratory Protection Selection Form

PRIMARY SOURCE

Before you use this tool, you may want to read the further analysis presented here.

BENEFITS

Many workplaces include respiratory hazards, such as oxygen-deficient environments, harmful dusts, fumes, smokes, mists, gases, vapours and sprays. The OHS laws require employers to protect workers from respiratory hazards by providing proper ventilation or appropriate PPE in the form of respiratory protection.

HOW TO USE THE TOOL

Use this form to record the information you gather as you go through the steps in the respiratory protection selection process. It’ll help you not only choose the appropriate protection but also document how you made your selection.