Fit Testing
Validus Energy employees wearing respirators must be fit tested before initial use and annually thereafter.
The employee must be fit tested with the same make, model, style, and size of respirator that will be used.
Fit testing is not required for emergency escape respirators or those using respirators voluntarily.
Medical Evaluations
All Validus Energy employees wearing respiratory protection must have completed a medical evaluation prior to wearing a respirator.
The healthcare provider will make a recommendation concerning an employee's ability to use a respirator:
• The type and weight of the respirator to be used by the employee.
• The duration and frequency of respirator use (including use for rescue and escape).
• The expected physical work effort.
• Additional protective clothing and equipment to be worn, and
• Temperature and humidity extremes that may be encountered.
Information regarding medical evaluations, fit testing and the respirator program will be maintained by the EHS Department.