RPE Competent Person

Regulation 13 of the Control of Asbestos Regulation 2006 clearly defines your responsibilities.


The ACoP supporting these regulations L143, Work with materials containing asbestos and HSG 247, Asbestos the licensed contractors’ guide requires monthly RPE checks to be carried out by a ‘Competent Person’

The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require you to ensure that you have a safe working environment.


They set out the basic requirements for you to follow.


These are the principal health and safety regulations from which all others follow.


The law governing the use of RPE is contained in;


· The Control of Substances Hazardous to  Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH)

· The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006   (CAR)

· The Control of Lead at Work Regulations    2002 (CLAW)

· The Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999   (IRR)

· The Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 (CSR)


Whilst the course will suit a variety of industries, our main Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) course has been designed around the asbestos removal industry and is based upon the requirements of the relevant legislation above and In line with HSG 53 ‘ Respiratory Protective Equipment at Work’, a practical guide.


It may seem straight forward, mask looks ok, no holes etc, but whose the ‘Competent Person’ that said it’s fit for purpose?
Respiratory Protective Equipment
Selection and use of RPE
Legal Requirements
Hazardous Substances

Types of RPE
Training
Filters
Cleaning
Maintenance
Storage
Disposal
Record Keeping
Face Fit Testing
Assigned Protection Factors
Risk Phrases
Health Hazard Groups
Wear Times
Fault Finding
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Monday 27th February 2012
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