CPCSIL2001 – Use and maintain respiratory protective equipment

Building and Construction

• Check for worksite RCS hazards, risks to be managed and RPE requirements, in accordance with WHS procedures.
• Confirm scope of work and source required RPE to perform work in accordance with WHS procedures.
• Review WHS procedures and manufacturer instruction to identify any specific additional training requirements on RPE use for the work activity.

Use required RPE.

• Select and check serviceability of RPE to perform specified work in accordance with WHS procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Confirm selected RPE has been fit tested prior to use.
• Participate in training requirements and work activities to support the compliant use of RPE in accordance with WHS procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Apply manufacturer instructions for the fit checking prior to each use of RPE in accordance with WHS procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Use required RPE in accordance with WHS procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Perform clean-up activities of work area and disposal of dust and slurry in accordance with WHS procedures.

Maintain RPE.

• Clean, inspect, determine serviceability and dispose of RPE after use in accordance with WHS procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Record and report findings of serviceability inspections in accordance with WHS procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Store non-disposable RPE in accordance with manufacturer instructions.

Building and Construction

There are no specific requirements or prerequisites needed to enroll in this course.