Objective
- Develop a subpart to 42 CFR 84 to address ensemble technology where the ensemble acts as the respirator
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- Air Fed Suit manufacturers
- Regulatory agencies (OSHA)
- User groups (DOE,CDC,US Army, Petrochemical and Pharmaceutical Industries)
- ASTM F23
- Air Fed Suit users
- Air Fed Suit manufacturers
- Enforcement agencies
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Project Scope
- Develop a subpart for 42 CFR 84 regarding air ensemble respiratory protection requirements
Milestones
- Q3 Benchmark Testing of current air fed ensemble technology
- Q3-4 Revise concept paper and post to web
- Q4 Conduct Public meeting to solicit stakeholder feedback
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Outputs
- Develop a separate subpart for 42 CFR 84 that will allow for the certification of air-fed ensembles providing respiratory protection features
Outcomes
- Improve worker safety and health through use of air fed ensembles that meet national recognized standards. Performance criteria and specifications for air-fed protective ensembles do not currently exist
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