SafetyQuestion 86 of 100
Under Cal/OSHA, before requiring employees to wear respirators, an employer must generally do what?
a.Nothing; respirators can be handed out freely
b.Establish a written respiratory protection program including hazard assessment, medical evaluation, and fit testing
c.Only provide dust masks with no training
d.Wait until an employee complains of symptoms
Explanation
Cal/OSHA's respiratory protection standard requires a written program with hazard evaluation, medical clearance, proper respirator selection, training, and fit testing before employees use required respirators. This ensures the respirator is appropriate and the worker can use it safely. Voluntary-use situations have their own requirements.
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