Despite regulations that protect workers from overexposure to airborne silica, there are still situations in which it can be present in the air. Employers and workers need to be aware of potential exposure signs. Read on to learn about eight signs indicating you might have a problem with airborne silica on your job site.
Tag : Mask-fit Testing
The Importance of Conducting User Seal Checks
To ensure the proper fit and seal of a respirator, it is essential that employers conduct a user seal check regularly. A user seal check is a quick test that helps determine if the respirator is fitted correctly to the user’s face and provides an effective seal.
What is OSHA, and why is it Important for Respirator Fit Testing?
OSHA is one of several organizations integral to SureHire’s Respirator-Fit Testing service. We follow OSHA’s respirator-fit testing protocols to ensure the health and safety of the person wearing the respirator.
What is NIOSH and Why is it Important for Respirator Fit Testing?
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is one of several organizations integral to SureHire’s Respirator-Fit (Mask-Fit) Testing program. If you have employees using respirators and are engaging in respirator-fit testing (mask-fit testing), it is important to understand how organizations like NIOSH influence the equipment and testing services.
