In the first part of this series, I identified the steps to create a respiratory protection program. This second article will cover how to implement and follow your program. Once everything is implemented, you will have an OSHA-compliant program tailored to your company and designed to protect employees from the hazards in the Restoration Industry.

Start by creating a list of employees who should wear a respirator. The Breathing Hazard Evaluation created in the first article will guide you with this – any employee performing the work in the evaluation needs a respirator!