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Injury Prevention Resources for Metal & Non Metallic Mineral Products - General
Ergonomics | Eye Protection | Fall Protection | Lockout | Hearing Protection | Machine Safeguarding | Respiratory Protection | Other
The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the metal, non-metallic mineral products industries. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.
Respiratory Protection
Breathe Safer: How to use respirators safely and start a respirator program (PDF 1.2 MB) 
This manual helps explain the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and is a tool to help you work safely in workplaces where there are breathing hazards.
Source: WorkSafeBC 
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OSH Answers: Respirator Selection
This document describes how respiratory hazards are controlled, what you should know before selecting a respirator, the different types of respirators, and how to select the right respirator.
Source: CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety)
OSH Answers: Respirator Care
This document provides checklists for caring for respirators and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Source: CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety)
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