Powered Air
Purifying Respirators or
PAPRs
are designed to
filter dust, fumes, mists, and/or certain gases and vapors from the
air, depending on the cartridges selected. PAPRs provide enhanced
comfort under working conditions because of the constant flow of air
over the workers' face provides a cooling effect. Battery operated
blowers pull outside air through cartridges and filters into a hood,
helmet or loose or tight fitting facepiece. PAPRs provide a
higher
level of protection than disposable respirators. Health care facilities
in some SARS-affected areas have used higher levels of respiratory
protection, including PAPRs.
When
PAPRs are used, their reusable elements should be cleaned and
disinfected after use and the filters replaced in accordance with
manufacturer’s recommendations. All used filters should be
considered potentially contaminated with infectious material and must
be safely discarded.
PAPRs,
as with all respirators, provide a variety of systems for
protection, performance, versatility and mobility. Allowing the ability
to work within a variety of environments.
Go
to OSHAs
Respiratory Protection Regulations for more
info or NIOSH
Respiratory Standards
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3M Belt
Mounted PAPR
3M Hooded PAPR
Assembly
MSA PAPR Assembly |
