Respiratory Protection Handbook

ISBN-13: 9780873712811 / Angielski / Twarda / 1997 / 464 str.

William H. Revoir;Revoir; Revoir H. Revoir

Opis

This guide is designed to provide the information needed to expand the reader's understanding of the concepts and day-to-day operations of respiratory protection. For the novice, it seeks to establish and implement an effective respiratory protection programme, and for the experienced professional, it seeks to provide in-depth knowledge that goes beyond the basics. It addresses the development of respiratory protection devices, the capabilities and limitations of specific respirators, the respirator certification system, how to select appropriate filters, how to predict the service life of sorbents, fit testing methods, assigned protection factors and more. It also provides guidance for employers on complying with OSHA respiratory protection regulations.

Spis treści

Introduction and Essential Elements of an Effective Respiratory Protection Program. Respiration. Air Contaminants. Effects of Air Contaminants on the Human Body. Oxygen Deficiency. Removal of Airborne Particles from Air by Fibrous Medium. Removal of Gaseous Substances from Air by Solids. Respirators. Respirator Fit Testing, Fit Factors, Assigned Protection Factors, and Workplace Protection Factors. Test, Certification, and Approval of Respirators. Special Problems. Developments in Respiratory Protection. Respirator Testing and Certification. Filter Performance - I. Filter Performance - II. Sorbent Performance - I. Sorbent Performance - II. Development of Fit Testing Methods. Quantitative Fit Testing. Simulated Workplace Testing. Workplace Testing. Other Related Issues.

Short Copy

O autorze

Bien\, Ching-tsen; Revoir\, William H.