Training: Respiratory Protection for Tuberculosis and Infectious Diseases Respiratory Protection for Tuberculosis and Infectious Diseases

Respiratory protection is an essential element to protect employees from possible transmission of Tuberculosis and other infectious diseases as defined by the CDC. These infectious diseases are transmitted through airborne infectious particulates. A respirator when properly fitted and worn, can provide employees with needed protection from infectious diseases. Once the module has been completed, click on the post test and complete to receive credit for the training. If you have any questions regarding this training or any safety issue, please call (919) 962-5507.

Modules: click on Introduction to begin or use the links below to navigate to specific sections.

Introduction
Why the Respirator is Necessary
OSHA (1910.134) Respiratory Standard
When Should You Wear a Respirator?
Selection of Respirator
Donning the N95 Respirator
Donning: Step One
Donning: Step Two
Donning: Step Three
Donning: Step Four
Donning: Step Five
Fit Check of N95 Respirator
Respirator Effectiveness
Removing the N95 Respirator
Removal: Step One
Removal: Step Two
Removal, Step Three
Conclusion
What are the Limitations of the N95 Respirator?
Conclusion

After Completion: remember that you must take and pass the post test in order to receive credit for this training.

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