RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment) is worn in the workplace so that workers levels of exposure to contaminants such as particulates, gasses and vapours is below occupational exposure standards. RPE is critical in most workplaces but we should keep in mind that RPE should only be implemented as a control after attempts at applying the hierarchy […]
Author Archives: Anshul Khanna
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We provide fit testing in Brisbane, and use RESP-FIT accredited fit testers.
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We recently came across this handy 3M Filter Selection page. It will give workers, supervisors and business owner’s assistance when selecting respirator filters suitable to work being undertaken (confined spaces, asbestos, chemical usage). The link can be found here.
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Being a proactive provider of all things fit testing means we always want to stay up to date with any external change within industry, and then change internally to better meet the market and our large customer base. A recent positive change is the rollout of the RESP-FIT Program- an accreditation program to lift the […]
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The Sundström range of respirators are our favorites. Not only do most users generally pass their face fit tests, but they provide comfortable and high performance respiratory protection. Sundström range of RPE We have been getting more and more feedback and questions from companies regarding filter types for different work processes, and with that we […]
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With the common occurrence of infectious diseases Pro Safety and Training (herein called PST) have developed infection control strategies to minimise risk. We are not experts in infection control, so to form these strategies guidance has been sought from the following government organisation sources: Respiratory Protection Program Manual (CEC, 2022, Version 1.1) Fit Testing of […]
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Pro Safety and Training deliver high quality training around Australia. One common theme we cover in all of our training is the risk management process. The risk management process is a simple process that workers around the country complete everyday- both formally and informally. This news post describes the 4 stages of the risk management […]
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Jul
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Asbestos removal can be hard work. With the right control measures in place we reduce the risk of asbestos removal to an acceptable level. One of these critical controls is your Respirator- and by keeping it cleaned and stored correctly you can ensure the respirator remains in an acceptable condition and keeps you safe. So […]
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At Pro Safety and Training we spend countless hours researching current trends and conditions in the Industry and we continue to provide high quality solutions to Australian businesses to help keep their workers safe and reduce their business risk. We are finding more and more companies are contacting us for RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment) facial […]