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Evaluation, Certification and Coordination Activities – FY09

Objective

Coordinates and provides leadership to branch activities in certification, post certification, and development activities.
Provides for manufacturer meeting and support activities
Provides support for international coordination activates for testing and evaluation
Provides technical support and evaluation to manufacturers and users

Applicable Standards

42 CFR 84 et. Seq.
29 CFR 1910.134

Key Partners

Respirator Manufacturers
ISEA
RDECOM
NFPA
ISP Chile
China University

Stakeholders

Manufacturers
Users
NFPA
OSHA

Project Scope

Support activities for all Branch projects
Travel in support of international activities
Improvement of test equipment and methods

Milestones

Extend video taping of selected certification testing.
Bring new NaCl / LAA chamber online Sep 08

Outputs

Presentation at selected meetings
Cross training of key personnel
Reduced testing times for certification

Outcomes

Improved respiratory protection in the workplace

Page last updated: February 10, 2009
Page last reviewed: April 14, 2009
Content Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory