Selection of RPE The most efficient respirator and filter for the task should be used. Proper fit is critical; fitting a disposable half-face respirator can be difficult. Consideration should be given to upgrading to a non-disposable half-face respirator. 5 provides guidance for the selection of appropriate respiratory protection for different tasks, assuming the correct work procedures are being followed. This table does not take into account personal features including facial hair or where glasses are worn. Full protection cannot be achieved if either of these factors interferes with the face seal. Workers should be consulted on the selection of RPE to ensure individual fit and medical factors have been considered. Table 5 Selecting RPE Work procedure Required respirator Filter type Simple enclosure erection for Disposable, half-face particulate P1 or P2 containing undamaged asbestos respirators materials to prevent damage—no OR direct handling but possible disturbance of asbestos Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator Inspection of the condition of any Disposable, half-face particulate P1 or P2 installed friable asbestos, which respirators appears in poor condition or has been OR disturbed Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator Sampling material for the purpose of Disposable, half-face particulate P1 or P2 identifying asbestos respirators OR Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator Removal of non-friable asbestos (e.g. Disposable, half-face particulate P1 or P2 asbestos cement sheets, ceiling tiles respirators and vinyl tiles) OR Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator Extensive sample operations on friable Full-face, particulate filter (cartridge) P3 asbestos respirator
Selection of RPE The most efficient respirator and filter for the task should be used. Proper fit is critical; fitting a disposable half-face respirator can be difficult. Consideration should be given to upgrading to a non-disposable half-face respirator. 5 provides guidance for the selection of appropriate respiratory protection for different tasks, assuming the correct work procedures are being followed. This table does not take into account personal features including facial hair or where glasses are worn. Full protection cannot be achieved if either of these factors interferes with the face seal. Workers should be consulted on the selection of RPE to ensure individual fit and medical factors have been considered. Table 5 Selecting RPE Work procedure Required respirator Filter type Simple enclosure erection for containing undamaged asbestos materials to prevent damage—no direct handling but possible disturbance of asbestos Disposable, half-face particulate respirators OR Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator P1 or P2 Inspection of the condition of any installed friable asbestos, which appears in poor condition or has been disturbed Disposable, half-face particulate respirators OR Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator P1 or P2 Sampling material for the purpose of identifying asbestos Disposable, half-face particulate respirators OR Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator P1 or P2 Removal of non-friable asbestos (e.g. asbestos cement sheets, ceiling tiles and vinyl tiles) Disposable, half-face particulate respirators OR Half-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator P1 or P2 Extensive sample operations on friable asbestos Full-face, particulate filter (cartridge) respirator P3