Do Various Respirator Models Fit the Workers in the Norwegian Smelting Industry?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.shaw.2019.06.004
Abstract: Background Respirator fit testing is a method to assess if the respirator provides an adequate face seal for the worker. Methods Workers from four Norwegian smelters were invited to participate in the study, and 701… read more here.
Keywords: respirator fit; various respirator; pass rate; respirator ... See more keywords
Recommended test methods and pass/fail criteria for a respirator fit capability test of half-mask air-purifying respirators
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DOI: 10.1080/15459624.2017.1296233
Abstract: ABSTRACT This study assessed key test parameters and pass/fail criteria options for developing a respirator fit capability (RFC) test for half-mask air-purifying particulate respirators. Using a 25-subject test panel, benchmark RFC data were collected for… read more here.
Keywords: respirator fit; pass fail; fail criteria; test ... See more keywords
Respiratory protective device: one size to fit them all?
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DOI: 10.1080/15459624.2023.2205466
Abstract: When exposed to hazardous or toxic substances, workers may be required to wear respiratory protective devices, selected in accordance with the pollutant, required protection level, individual characteristics and work conditions. In order to emphasize the… read more here.
Keywords: head; respiratory protective; breathing rate; facial dimensions ... See more keywords
Quantitative respirator fit tests for P2/N95 in Australian general practice.
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DOI: 10.31128/ajgp-covid-51-1
Abstract: The authors report the results of a pilot trial of quantitative N95 respirator mask fit testing in metropolitan general practice and how fit test failures were managed. read more here.
Keywords: practice; practice quantitative; general practice; quantitative respirator ... See more keywords