Rowan University
Objectives
General Information
What is a JHA?
Deffinition: A Job Hazard analiss is a………
Lung Defense MechanismsFiltrationMuco-Ciliary EscalatorWhite Blood Cell Activity-Macrophages
Smoking and it’s Effects
Types of RespiratorsAir Purifying
RespiratorsHalf FaceFull FacePAPRs
Supplied Air RespiratorsAirlinesSelf Contained
Breathing Apparatus
Filtering MediaMechanical Filters Chemical FiltersN, R, P95, 99, 100
AbsorptionAdsorption
Limitations and CapabilitiesOxygen level in
atmosphere must be between 19.5% and 21%
Will only work with corresponding filters or cartridges
Can protect you from hazardous levels of materials
If worn properly and in the right atmosphere, respirators can save your life
Inspection, Donning, Doffing, Use, and Checking Seals
Always inspect respirator before donning
Check integrity of seals and cartridges before putting on respirator
Maintenance and Storage
Cleaning and DisinfectingStorageInspection
Fit TestingQualitative
Irritant Smoke Banana Oil Sacharin Bitrex
Quantitative How Much
Fit Testing vs. Fit ChecksFit Tests Fit Checks
Positive fit checkNegative fit check
Medical Signs and SymptomsThe following are
signs or symptoms that may prevent the use of a respirator:SeizuresClaustrophobiaAsthmaEmphysemaPneumonia
Collapsed LungLung CancerBroken RibsChest
Injuries/SurgeriesAny other lung
problemsHeart or Circulation
problemsAnxiety
Fit Testing FrequencyYou Must Be Fit Tested Annually
You Must Also Be Tested If:You Need To Change The Make or Model of
The RespiratorYou Gain or Lose More Than 10% of Your Body
WeightYou Grow or Alter Any Facial HairYou Have Any Physical Changes To Your
Face/Dentures