Respiratory protection and self-contained breathing apparatuses are used to protect us from harmful gases, fumes, vapors, and chemicals as well as where the air doesn’t contain enough oxygen to support life.

You need information and training on this type of equipment and the hazards involved before you attempt to use respiratory protection. Your organization will provide specific training, but this program is designed to give you some information about personal protection under adverse or hazardous conditions.

Contains information about the types of respiratory equipment available, as well as the care & maintenance of this equipment. Also covered are the different types of equipment required for use in various industrial environments.