Respiratory Protection Awareness (OSHA)
Learn the importance of respiratory protection, the responsibilities involved in using respiratory protective equipment, and the basic requirements for safe selection, use, care, and maintenance in accordance with OSHA-related guidance.
Overview
This course will help you to understand the importance of proper Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) use in hazardous workplace environments. You will learn about legislation, maintenance, the fit of various types of RPE, and be able to select adequate and suitable RPE for a given task or situation.
Who is it For
This course is suitable for employees, supervisors, contractors, and others who may use respiratory protective equipment or work in areas with respiratory hazards.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the legislation, roles and responsibilities relating to RPE
- Explain how to select appropriate RPE for a given task
- Identify the various types of filters and their associated use
- Identify the various types of RPE used offshore
- Describe the factors to be aware for ensuring properly fitting RPE
- Explain how to correctly maintain, store and dispose of RPE
Course Content
The course includes topics such as:
- Respiratory protection requirements and responsibilities
- Types of respiratory protective equipment
- Selection and suitability
- Fit, use, and limitations
- Inspection, cleaning, and storage
- Safe work practices for respiratory hazards
Assessment
Learners are assessed through knowledge checks and assessment questions during the course. The course includes 5 questions.
Certificate
Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate of completion issued by RelyOn.
OSHA-Aligned eLearning
This course is developed by RelyOn and aligned with relevant OSHA requirements and guidance. OSHA does not approve, accredit, certify, or endorse individual training providers or courses. This training is intended to support awareness and understanding of workplace safety requirements related to OSHA.