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. 2016;33(1):39-46.

Effective Partnership is an underpinning of ANSI/ASSE Z88.2-2015 Practices for Respiratory Protection

Richard W Metzler  1 , David Spelce  2 , James S Johnson  3 , Timothy R Rehak  4
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Effective Partnership is an underpinning of ANSI/ASSE Z88.2-2015 Practices for Respiratory Protection

Richard W Metzler et al. J Int Soc Respir Prot. 2016.

Abstract

In the U.S., respiratory protection is broadly supported by a system of coordinated efforts among governmental organizations, professional associations, researchers, industrial hygienists, manufacturers, and others who produce knowledge, best practice guidance, standards, regulations, technologies, and products to assure workers can be effectively protected. Ultimately, the work of these partners is applied by employers in establishing and implementing an effective ANSI/ASSE Z88.2-2015 conforming respirator program. This article describes key partners and their activities and/or responsibilities to assure an effective respirator program.

Keywords: Respirator program; Respiratory protection; Z88.2 standards.

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References

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    1. [Federal Coal Mine Safety and Health Act, Pub. L. No. 91–173, Section 2 (a)–(g), 83 Stat. 742] and [Federal Mine Safety and Health Act, Public Law 95–164, Section 2 (a)–(g)].

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