Self Checking Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)

This mandatory standard must be applied at all construction locations:

• All RPE used on site must:-
• Have self checking functionality in design.
• Be semi reusable (Not disposable).
• Wearer to be fully face fitted for type and design of RPE (in date).
• Correct filters fitted for the hazards.
• Wearer to be clean shaven (within 24hrs).
• Be maintained, kept clean and stored appropriately.
• Selection and use of RPE is part of the ongoing risk assessment process which must be undertaken for each task.