Are supervisors supposed to be in the respirator program?
Yes. Not as users, however. They play a critical role. Supervisors must determine whether exposure assessments are needed. Supervisors are in the best position to monitor day-to-day respirator activities and program compliance. • Is fit testing required for positive pressure (PAPR) respirators, like it is for negative pressure respirators? Fit-testing is only required for tight-fitting respirators. However, even tight-fitting positive pressure respirators such as Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) require fit-testing. • Will we receive the results of our medical exams? Corporate WORx Occupational Health Services will let you know the outcome of your exam. You may get copies of your medical records from Corporate WORx directly. If you need a copy for your own physician or another purpose, work directly with Corporate WORx for those requests. The University does not get or see any medical records – only a determination of your capability to wear a respirator. • If you’re wearing a
