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Training - Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Essentials
 HSL is to run a two day course on Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Essentials.
This course will be held at the Health
and Safety Laboratory, Harpur Hill, Buxton, Derbyshire on the
following date:
Date
Tuesday 17 March to Wednesday 18 March 2009
Introduction
Whilst the use of RPE should only be
considered when other control measures
are impractical or after their
implementation a residual risk remains,
there are many workplace situations
where RPE is required.
RPE is capable of providing effective
protection, provided that it is correctly
selected, used and maintained.
Unsuitable, poorly maintained and
incorrectly used RPE may give limited
protection, or may not provide any
protection. This could lead to ill heath in
the short or long term, with the
possibility of permanent disability. If the
RPE is being used in conditions where
there is an immediate danger to life and
health, the situation could prove fatal.
This course will increase your knowledge
and understanding of RPE and how it can
be used effectively in the workplace as a
control measure. It will provide training in
correctly selecting adequate and suitable
RPE (following the principles of HSG 53
and COSHH essentials), and how it should
be used and maintained. The course will
include practical elements to enhance
learning and provide practical skills.
What will the course cover?
- What RPE is and how it works
- RPE types - capabilities and limitations
- Legal requirements
- Correct selection
- Wearer training
- Correct use
- Maintenance
- Management - the ‘RPE Programme’
Who should attend?
Persons with responsibility for RPE selection, use
and maintenance in a workplace. Those who
users may rely upon for guidance on what
equipment to obtain and use e.g. suppliers.
Venue
The course will be run at the HSL laboratory in the spa town
of Buxton. Buxton is in the heart of the Peak District and has good
links to mainline train stations and Manchester International Airport.
The cost of the course is £795 + VAT per person (includes
course notes, lunches and refreshments).
 To register online
please click here
For further information email: training@hsl.gov.uk or contact the Training Unit at HSL directly on 01298 218806.
Details
of hotels in the Buxton area can be found at http://www.visitpeakdistrict.com
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