Mar 4, 2025 · Additionally, a respirator's effectiveness depends heavily on proper fit and use. For information on how to properly select and use respirators see Selection and Use of NIOSH …

Mar 25, 2025 · Graphic of an elastomeric quarter-mask respirator. How Well It Protects You: NIOSH Approved elastomeric half-mask respirators (EHMRs) and elastomeric quarter-mask …

Feb 3, 2025 · Fit Testing Key points Fit tests confirm that a respirator forms a tight seal to your face before you use it in the workplace. A qualitative fit test relies on your senses to determine …

Mar 12, 2025 · Wear your N95 respirator properly so it is effective N95 respirators must form a seal to the face to work properly. This is especially important for people at increased risk for …

Mar 25, 2025 · Overview Wearing a respirator or mask is one way to reduce exposures to respiratory hazards. Respirators fit closely to your face and protect you by filtering particles out …

Jan 21, 2025 · The easiest way to tell if a product is a NIOSH approved respirator is to search for it on the NIOSH Certified Equipment List (CEL). All NIOSH Approved respirators have a …

Feb 3, 2025 · Provides information to help select the correct respirator and understand how to use it properly.

Feb 3, 2025 · Powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) can be used to protect against gases, vapors, or particles. PAPRs can be tight-fitting or loose-fitting. Only tight-fitting PAPRs require …

Feb 22, 2022 · NIOSH resources to download, print, and use to promote proper respiratory protection practices.

Respirator Selection Guide for the Healthcare Industry Assisting Healthcare Facilities in Selecting Appropriate Respirators During Conventional Operations Healthcare personnel (HCP) are …