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SEL Number: 01AR-03-PAPM
Title: Respirator, Powered Air-Purifying (PAPR), Medical Response, NFPA 1950 (1999)


Last Updated: 2/18/2025 6:05:17 PM

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Description: Emergency medical powered air-purifying respirator (certified as compliant with the NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1999 requirements of NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1950).

ImportantFeatures: NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1950 (1999) powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) are loose-fitting PAPRs where the hood is constructed of materials that meet the single-use garment material criteria specified in the standard, which include viral penetration resistance of materials, seams for the hood, and minimum physical properties. Respirator protection is provided using high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters. These PAPRs must also be certified by NIOSH
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
under the relevant requirements of 42 CFR
Code of Federal Regulations
Part 84.

Operating Considerations: NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1950 (1999) power air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) should be used whenever there is a strong likelihood for exposure to bloodborne or airborne pathogens through aerosol or liquid contact. Use of these PAPRs offer the benefit of extended use time, lower breathing resistance, and improved perceived comfort from blower-based air; these respirators do not require qualitative or quantitative fit testing and thus can accommodate a large range of end user populations. User considerations are provided in OSHA Title 29 CFR
Code of Federal Regulations
1910.132, 1910.134, and 1910.1030; NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program; and NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1581, Standard on Fire Department Infection Control Program.

Training Requirements: OSHA 1910.132
Initial Training: Minimal (<1 day)
Sustainment Training: Minimal (<1 day)

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MSSL:
  • Responder Safety: Infectious Diseases