1. Draft ISO TIL – 5%ile PF Draft ISO SUM - APF option included

2. ISO RPD Classification – draft Tech Spec

3. Are RPE wearers adequately protected? Adequate – reduces exposure to the level required to protect the wearer’s health Many contributing factors: – Selection – APFs – Use – Maintenance

4. Are RPE wearers adequately protected? >12,000 deaths/yr from past/present exposure to respiratory hazards Level of control of respiratory hazards Degree of competence in the selection and use of RPE

5. RPD Programmes (20%)(45%) (10%)(25%) Reference: Bell et al (2010) Factors influencing the implementation of RPE programmes in the workplace. HSE Research Report RR798

6. Are RPE wearers adequately protected? How can WE ensure adequate protection? Do we have confidence in the APFs? How can WE achieve harmonised and validated APF or ISO PL? What are OUR responsibilities? – HSE – RPE Manufacturers – Users – Standards writers BSI/CEN/ISO