Preventing Slips on the Job

Slips occur when there's too little friction between your feet and the ground. Common causes of slips are wet surfaces, weather hazards, and loose soil or ground. Slips often happen when you're distracted or in a hurry. But they can be prevented.

Atmosphere-Supplying Respirators

Atmosphere-supplying respirators provide the greatest respiratory protection. They let you breathe air from an outside source, such as an air tank or a compressor. Learn about the 3 different types and how to take care of them.

Understanding Respirators

To get the best protection from a respirator, you need to learn about its different parts. When used, maintained, and replaced the right way, the parts of a respirator can lessen your exposure to nearby hazards.

Understanding Respiratory Hazards

Many tasks can cause respiratory hazards. The length of time you're exposed, how often you're exposed, and the concentration of the hazard all add to your risk of having health problems.