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.
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