Proper respirator selection is critical. Pesticide labels are the primary source of information on the type of respiratory protection needed. With information from the label, a safety equipment supplier will be able to provide your employer with the correct type of respiratory equipment. When exposed to pesticides that irritate the eyes, nose or throat, wear a full-face respirator for protection from irritants. For additional help in the selection process, consult one of the sources listed below.
Respirators come in different sizes to accommodate different sized faces.
Every respirator wearer must receive instruction on properly fitting and testing the respiratory equipment they use. When fitting a respirator, wear the respiratory equipment in normal, uncontaminated air, to get accustomed to it. Your employer must repair or replace respiratory equipment as necessary due to wear and deterioration. A trained person should regularly clean and inspect frequently used respirators. Regular cleaning and inspection prolongs the useful life and assures the wearer that the respirator works as efficiently as possible.