Respirator Protection Manual

11 Respiratory Protection Program C. Training and Fit-Testing All non-voluntary respirator users at Iowa State University are required to have annual training and fit-testing. Initial and recertification classes are held each month at EH&S, 2408 Wanda Daley Drive. Employees must call (515) 294-5359 to enroll in an Initial Respirator training course. Employees needing recertification training must register through the Learn@ISU. Employees must be clean shaven to be fit tested and to wear tight-fitting respirator facepieces. Training classes will provide employees with information about: • workplace respiratory hazards • proper respirator and cartridge selection and use • proper respirator fit • respirator limitations and inspection techniques • chemical cartridge end of service life indicators • respirator donning • respirator seal checks • proper respirator maintenance (cleaning) • proper respirator storage