Recommendations when using filter respirators for reducing the risk of occupational diseases
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https://doi.org/10.33271/crpnmu/63.074Keywords:
half mask, filter respirator, risk, pneumoconiosis, occupational disease.Abstract
Purpose. Determination of occupational risks associated with the occurrence of occupational diseases of the respiratory system as a result of violation of the operating conditions of personal respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and the development of recommendations for increasing the level of protection of workers Methodology. To assess the level of risk of occupational diseases when using filter respirators, the “Risk score” and HAZID methods were used in accordance with DSTU IEC / ISO 31010: 2013 Risk management. General risk assessment methods. Findings. A fast, clear approach to the assessment of the risks of occupational diseases for the choice of personal protective equipment and during their operation is proposed. It has been established that the level of risk of occupational disease for pneumoeoniosis in miners is categorically unacceptable, which requires appropriate justification of personal respiratory protection. The main mistakes in the selection of filter respirators are identified and the risk of their occurrence of an occupational disease is assessed, recommendations for their elimination are given. Scientific value. Reduction of occupational risks of occupational respiratory diseases in employees when performing professional functions – is possible only with the use of effective personal respiratory protection (PRP), which is based on preliminary verification of suitability for anthropometric parameters of users' faces and conditions of production space and training in proper control and use in performing professional functions. Practical value. It is shown that the responsibility for providing the employee with quality and suitable PPE can be shared with the manufacturer and involving him in the process of organizing the protection of employees. It is possible to involve PRP producers in ensuring quality protection of employees by delegating to them part of the employer's responsibility, and most importantly, this approach will increase employee safety in the workplace.References
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