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Information to help you understand the respiratory hazards of wildfires
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Wildfire smoke can be hazardous to human health. N95 respirators are one method of helping reduce exposure to smoke.
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Cleaning up after a wildfire can expose people to many hazards. Choosing the right personal protective equipment is important.
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N95s are one option for those working outside in poor air quality. Employers and workers using respirators need to be aware of associated regulations for proper use.
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Find information about 3M™ Filtrete™ Filters, room air purifiers and home use of N95 respirators.
In addition to the requirements of Federal OSHA, the State OSHA of Washington, Oregon and California have specific requirements for employers in connection to the air quality index.
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Read about Washington's temporary emergency rule -
Read about Oregon's permanent rule change -
Read about California's permanent rule change
Federal guidance and product use
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General guidance
General guidance information from Federal NIOSH and US OSHA.
NIOSH guidance for outdoor workers exposed to wildfire smoke
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AirNow Air Quality Data
AirNow reports air quality using the official U.S. Air Quality Index which communicates whether air quality is healthy or unhealthy for you.
Search and view air quality data for your location
Download this tip sheet to help you prepare for fire season (PDF, 214 KB )
Training videos for your team
Enhance your wildfire hazard and product awareness training with these videos.
Additional resources to help you be more informed and fully protected
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Selection
Service Life & Select Software
Blog | Selecting the right personal protective equipment for wildfire cleanup
Center of Respiratory Protection | Selecting RPE
Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Quick reference guide for your disposable respirator (PDF, 4.90 MB)
Disposable respirator interactive product selector
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Reusable Respirators
