Breathe easier

On April 8, 1998, the revised OSHA respiratory protection standard went into effect, with extended compliance dates of Sept. 8, 1998, for determining whether respirator use is required, and Oct. 5, 1998, for all other provisions.

By Staff October 1, 1998

On April 8, 1998, the revised OSHA respiratory protection standard went into effect, with extended compliance dates of Sept. 8, 1998, for determining whether respirator use is required, and Oct. 5, 1998, for all other provisions. A free, easy-to-understand guide to the revised standard, 29 CFR Part 1910.134 Compliance Made Easier: How to Comply with the New Respiratory Protection Standard, explains the provisions.

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