Safer work starts with better knowledge.

Control airborne hazards at source before relying on respirators.

Select protection for the actual substance and exposure conditions.

Have a competent person choose the respiratory protection.

Filtering respirators do not supply oxygen in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.

Complete fit testing where required for tight-fitting protection.

Follow facial-hair and seal requirements for the selected equipment.

Perform the checks taught for the selected respirator before use.

Learn correct use, limitations and fault reporting.

Use filters specified for the assessed hazard.

Follow the established filter replacement schedule and instructions.

Store clean respiratory equipment away from contamination and damage.

Use the cleaning method approved for the equipment.

Check interaction with helmets, eyewear and other PPE.

Consider task duration, communication and physical demands.

Use appropriate occupational health assessment where needed.

Leave exposure according to the emergency arrangement if protection appears ineffective.

Use suitable cleaning and individual allocation arrangements.

What can this respirator protect against, and what can it not?