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Respirator Testing and Certification (non-CBRN) - FY07

NOTE: This document is provided for historical purposes only.
Current Information can be found at: Respirator Testing and Certification (non-CBRN) - FY08

Objective

Efficient processing of respirator approval applications

Respirator users

Applicable Standards

42 CFR 84
NIOSH policies and procedures

Key Partners

NFPA

Stakeholders

Respirator users
Respirator manufacturers
Enforcement agencies

Project Scope

Process applications seeking NIOSH approval for respirator configuration

Milestones

Complete application within 90 days of receipt
Implement/evaluate new policies and procedures for

IAA testing improvements
CO2 deadspace testing
SAP upgrades

Outputs

Over 540 respirator approval projects processed in 2006.

Outcomes

Reduced respirator certification processing times
Increase the national inventory of respirators

Page last modified: July 23, 2007
Page last reviewed: July 23, 2007 (archived document)
Content Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)