Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Training

Anyone who wears respiratory protective equipment, such as self-contained breathing apparatus,’ must be certified in its proper use, limitations, and uses.

Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Training is a classroom-based course. It provides information and practical training for the effective care, use and inspections of respiratory protective equipment.

Participants will be trained in using the following types of RPE equipment:

• Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

• Remote Supplied Breathing Apparatus

The course is comprised of theory and practical components. Participants are instructed on proper and safe techniques for wearing and maintaining their RPE

Topics Covered:

• Hazard Awareness

• Choosing the appropriate RPE for a given situation

• Performing Pre-use Inspections

• Donning and Doffing Air Purifying Respirator (North 7700 Half Mask)

• Donning and Doffing Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (Scott 2.2.)

• Donning and Doffing Remote Supplied Breathing Apparatus (Scott SKA-PAK)