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OSHA Respiratory Protection Overview

OSHA's respiratory protection topic page with links to the standard, fit testing, medical evaluation, and program requirements. If any crew member wears a respirator for silica, solvent, or sealer fumes, the employer typically needs a written program, and this page shows what that involves. Owners and supervisors should start here.

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Open source — OSHA

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For
Crew Leader, Foreman, Supervisor, Owner-Operator, Business Owner, Sealcoating Technician, Concrete Maintenance Technician
Jurisdiction
US-federal
Version
1.0 · Published
Source identity checked
2026-09-09
Maintained by
OSHA

Sources

  1. [1]Respiratory Protection - Overview — OSHA · checked 2026-09-09

Educational only. Your employer is responsible for the safety and compliance program on your job. Talk to a qualified professional where a decision depends on it.