This website will provide information and tools for employers and others who may need to use RPE in the workplace.

RPE can protect your health and even save your life. Many workers have died because they have entered confined spaces without RPE, used incorrect RPE and/or worn RPE incorrectly. Many of the...

2013年6月17日 · Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is a particular type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), used to protect the individual wearer against inhalation of hazardous substances in the workplace air.

The two main types of RPE are respirators and breathing apparatus. Respirators (filtering devices) use filters to remove contaminants from the air being breathed in. They can be either:...

Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is a particular type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), used to protect the individual wearer against the inhalation of hazardous substances in the workplace air.

2024年4月22日 · Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) that protects people from breathing in substances hazardous to health. This quick guide is for persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) and it explains some factors to consider when providing your workers with RPE.

Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is a form of personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect workers from breathing in: dusts e.g. silica; fibres e.g. asbestos; mists; fumes; vapours; gases; micro-organisms e.g. viruses and bacteria. In many workplaces RPE is used to minimise exposure when used with other control measures.

RPE serves as a critical line of defense against airborne hazards, and its proper selection and management can significantly reduce health risks for workers. As we have explored, understanding the types, best practices, and regulatory frameworks surrounding RPE is essential for any organization committed to Workplace Safety .

Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is a particular type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to protect the wearer from breathing in harmful substances or from areas containing oxygen-deficient atmospheres when other controls are either not possible or insufficient on their own. There are two main types of RPE:

Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) that protects people from breathing in substances hazardous to health. We provide advice for businesses and workers, guidance on respiratory protection and a respiratory selection tool to help workplaces find the right respirator for their workers.