Guide to AUS/NZ Respiratory Protection Standards
Inhaling harmful substances can be potentially life threatening, as the toxins can enter the bloodstream along with oxygen. Taking the correct precautions is essential in protecting your respiratory system and preventing illness. The risk of harmful substances varies between different work and home applications. Selecting the appropriate respiratory protection is made easier by following the below Australian standards, which provide information on the selection, care and use of respiratory protection equipment.
AS/NZS 1716
Respiratory Protective Devices
The purpose of standard AS/NZS 1716 is to provide minimum performance and testing criteria to be observed in the manufacture of respiratory protective devices, setting out the parameters and requirements for the different types of respirators.
Standards Australia AS/NZS 1716 - Respiratory Protective Devices - SAI Global. https://infostore.saiglobal.com/en-au/
AS/NZS 1715
Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Equipment
The purpose of Standard AS/NZS 1715 is to provide users with information on selection, use and maintenance of suitable respiratory protective equipment for their needs, protecting the body against various substances which could enter the body through the respiratory system.
Standards Australia AS/NZS 1715 - Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Equipment - SAI Global. https://infostore.saiglobal.com/en-au/