This guide also addresses fit testing requirements for N95 or equivalent respirators.
The Ontario Ministry of Labour (MOL) has issued several orders to employers who have not been in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Section 10 of the Health Care Regulations.
These orders state that employers must develop and implement a respiratory protection program for all workers which includes as a minimum qualitative fit testing, training in the limitations, care, use and maintenance of the respiratory equipment provided.
The MOL has suggested employers refer to the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Standard Z 94.4 02 CSA Standard Z 94.4 “Selection, Use and Care of Respirators“ as it contains the essential elements of a respiratory protection program.
Joint Health and Safety Committees can request that employers who do not have such a program in place develop and implement one, as per this CSA standard and the NIOSH respiratory program. Copies of the CSA standard can be purchased by calling 1-800-463-6727.
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