Lung Safety at Work
How much do you know about respiratory protection? Select the best response to the following statements. Answers appear at the bottom of the page.
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1. You need protection from respiratory hazards both on and off the job.
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True
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False
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2. You can smell all gases and vapors.
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True
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False
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3. A respiratory protection program:
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A. Is designed to protect your health
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B. Is a team effort involving you and your employer
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C. Teaches you how to care for a respirator
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D. All of the above
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4. A maintenance-free respirator needs to be cleaned after each use.
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True
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False
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5. Which of the following may prevent you from wearing a full-face mask?
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A. You don't want to wear it
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B. You have a skin condition
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C. You wear glasses
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D. The strap messes up your hair
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6. A maintenance-free dust mask provides protection in IDLH settings.
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True
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False
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7. An atmosphere-supplying respirator:
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A. Is best for light use
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B. Never provides protection in IDLH settings
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C. Uses a separate air supply
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D. Is maintenance-free
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8. Which of the following may require you to be fitted for a new respirator?
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A. Getting dentures
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B. Getting eyeglasses
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C. Having a facial injury
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D. Any of the above
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9. A respirator is effective only when it fits correctly.
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True
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False
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10. If you don't use a respirator and are exposed to hazards, you may develop health problems, such as bronchitis or even cancer.
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True
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False
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Online Medical Reviewer:
Chris Southard RN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Marianne Fraser MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Vinita Wadhawan Researcher
Date Last Reviewed:
10/1/2024
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