g)
In atmospheres where the concentration of the contaminant exceeds:
i.
10 times the contaminant’s permissible exposure limit (PEL). PEL is defined
as the maximum permissible 8-hour time weighted average (TWA)
concentration established by applicable OSHA or other government
regulations, or by NIOSH, ACGIH or CSA.
ii.
Any lower Maximum Use Concentration for that contaminant established by
OSHA or other government regulations, NIOSH, ACGIH or CSA publications, or
shown in the contaminant’s Material Safety Data Sheet.
h)
To protect against oil-based aerosols;
i)
For protection against gases or vapors;
j)
In poorly ventilated areas, or confined spaces such as tanks, small rooms, tunnels or
vessels, unless the confined space is well ventilated and the concentration of toxic
contaminants is known to be, and will continue to be, below the Maximum Use
Concentration recommended for the respirator.
3.
Immediately leave the work area or contaminated area and remove the respirator if:
a)
Breathing becomes difficult;
b)
You become dizzy or disoriented;
c)
You smell, taste or otherwise sense contaminants; or
d)
Your respirator is damaged.
4.
This respirator will not protect exposed areas of face or body from gases, vapors or
airborne particles that can irritate, burn or be absorbed through your skin. You must wear
hand and/or body protection.
5.
Do not alter or modify the respirator in any way. Any alterations or modifications,
including painting or affixing labels, can reduce protection and expose the user to the risk
of illness, injury or death.
CAUTIONS
1.
Before occupational use of this respirator, a written respiratory protection program must be
implemented meeting all the local government requirements.
2.
In the United States, employers must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 which includes
medical evaluation, training and fit testing. In Canada employers must comply with
applicable Provincial regulations, and the CSA Z94.4 Standard for respiratory protection,
which includes training and fit testing, if this Standard is referenced by your Province.
DONNING INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these instructions each time the respirator is worn.
1.
Cup the respirator in the hand, allowing the head straps to hang freely.
2.
Hold the respirator under the chin with the nosepiece facing outwards.
3.
Pull the lower strap up over your head and place around the neck, below the ears.
4.
Holding the respirator against your face with one hand, place the top head strap above your
ears, around the crown of your head.
5.
Place hands on each side of the respirator and move the respirator slightly right, left, up and
down, to adjust the position of the respirator and achieve the most optimum fit to your face.
6.
If equipped with a nose clip, place both index fingers on the nose clip and apply pressure
onto the nose clip, forming it to the shape of your nose to get the best fit possible on your
face.
USER SEAL CHECK INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Place both hands over the respirator
–
do not disturb the position of the respirator.