The revised Respiratory Protection standard went into effect over 20 years ago, replacing the standard that was adopted in 1971, and still it is one of the most cited standards by OSHA. In fact, in ...

This webinar will address respiratory protection and the respiratory protection program requirements of the OSHA 1910.134 standard including common questions regarding medical clearance, fit testing, ...

At the outset of the pandemic, many employers were unsure of how OSHA would conduct inspections and issue citations regarding COVID-19 related issues. Early guidance from OSHA indicated that ...

EMS agencies should be aware of the launch of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) National Emphasis Program (NEP). The new program modifies OSHA’s Updated Interim Enforcement ...

Both federal and state OSHA regulators have been regularly citing employers for failure to comply with their respective respiratory protection standards in connection with COVID-19 inspections and ...

This course covers the requirements for the establishment, maintenance, and monitoring of a respiratory protection program. Course topics include terminology, OSHA Respiratory Protection Standards, ...

National Fit Testing Services has expanded its in-service training program to help first responders and other affected healthcare workers meet OSHA respiratory protection standards, according to an ...

Improved training for workers appears to be one of the key areas OSHA is addressing in order to prepare for a possible terrorist attack. Better education, particularly with respect to the use of ...