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标题：Qualitative fitting characteristics of elastomeric half face-piece respirators using Isoamyl acetate agent
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作者：Anahita FAKHERPOUR ; Mehdi JAHANGIRI ; Sean BANAEE 等
期刊名称：Industrial Health
印刷版ISSN：0019-8366
电子版ISSN：1880-8026
出版年度：2021
卷号：59
期号：4
页码：272-282
DOI：10.2486/indhealth.2020-0199
语种：English
出版社：National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
摘要：To examine the fit testing of elastomeric half face-piece respirators (EHRs), a total of 41 candidates were randomly assigned into seven EHRs equipped with organic vapor (OV) cartridges which were commonly used in the Iranian industrial workplaces. The qualitative fitting into the facial dimensions was assessed using the Allegro Isoamyl Acetate fit test kit. While the studied EHRs showed very low passing fit testing rates, the 3M, AoSafety (Medium), and AoSafety (Large) had the highest passing rates with 22.0%, 14.60%, and 9.76%, respectively. The AoSafety (All sizes) delivered a higher passing fit test rate than the 3M brand (29.30 vs. 22.0%). The one size fits all respirators including the DUO and Climax showed lower proportions of passing fit tests compared with AoSafety three-size system brands (2.40% and 4.90% vs. 29.30%). Low fit test passing rates were determined among different respirators. The respirators with various sizes and styles had more opportunities for different wearers to pass the fit test than single size models. The initial and annual fit testing requirements shall be developed by local government. Also, the manufacturers are required to pay attention to respirator features and subject characteristics during the production to obtain satisfactory protection for the end-users.
关键词：enQualitative fit testing;Isoamyl Acetate (IAA) challenge agent;Elastomeric half face-piece respirators;Organic vapor cartridges;Respirator brands