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Graphic of an elastomeric quarter-mask respirator. How Well It Protects You: NIOSH Approved elastomeric half-mask respirators (EHMRs) and elastomeric quarter-mask respirators (EQMRs) protect you against gases, vapors, and particles when equipped with the appropriate filter, cartridge, or canister.
Overview There are three types of elastomeric respirators: Elastomeric quarter facepiece respirators Elastomeric half mask respirators (EHMRs) Elastomeric full facepiece respirators Elastomeric respirators are reusable devices. They must form a tight seal to the user's face; and therefore, require fit testing. Some elastomeric respirators have an exhalation valve. These valves can increase the ...
The CEL lists every respirator with an active NIOSH approval. It's extremely important to consult the CEL for both your initial purchase and as part of a routine to ensure that the respirators you already purchased still have an active NIOSH approval.
Respirator Selection Guide for the Construction Industry Helping Construction Companies Understand the Basics of Respirator Selection Choosing the right respirator for the job, and the hazard, is a vital part of protecting workers. For construction workers, examples of airborne hazards include contaminants like dust, mold, and chemical solvent ...
Provides information to help select the correct respirator and understand how to use it properly.
The NIOSH Respirator Approval Program is responsible for testing and approving respirators.
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 if there is a gap in the seal of your respirator. A quantitative fit test uses an instrument to numerically measure the effectiveness of your respirator. Facial hair can impact the fit of your respirator.
