RPE are used in many workplaces to protect workers when working with hazardous substances, such as gases, solvents, powdered chemicals and sprays. RPE comes with various forms of facepiece, such as helmets, visors, hoods or masks.
The Selector Tool was developed jointly by the Health and Safety Executive, NHS Scotland and Scottish Healthy Working Lives.
It is based on the underpinning principles in the Technical Basis for COSHH Essentials and HSG53 (Respiratory protective equipment). It takes less than five minutes to identify RPE for a given situation.
It has boundary limits for use and is explained in the step-by-step tool.
For more information please visit this link:http://www.healthyworkinglives.com/advice/minimising-workplace-risks/respiratory-protective-equipment/rpe.aspx
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