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In construction activities, employees often work with hazardous dust, smoke, mist, fumes, sprays, vapors, or gases. Often, these employees can’t always see or smell the hazard. That’s why it’s important to monitor these hazards and use control measures like ventilation to minimize your exposure to these substances. However, control measures are not always enough to contain the hazards completely.
OSHA’s respiratory protection standard applies to employers who have employees exposed to hazards for which respiratory protection is required or used voluntarily (there are limited employer requirements for certain voluntary use).
Employers are required to: