Reference

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 governs respiratory protection programs across general industry and construction. This guide covers every major section: written programs, APF selection, medical evaluations, fit testing, user seal checks, cartridge change-out, IDLH requirements, training, recordkeeping, and a step-by-step compliance example.

ANSI/ISEA Z88.2 is the consensus respiratory protection program standard, providing guidance that goes beyond OSHA 1910.134 minimums. It covers hazard identification, respirator selection, written programs, fit testing, and program evaluation. This guide explains Z88.2's structure and how it relates to 1910.134 and NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84.

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.103 is the construction respiratory protection standard. It requires all construction employers to comply with 29 CFR 1910.134 — including written programs, medical evaluations, and fit testing. This guide covers APF selection, silica and asbestos rules, common citation triggers and a worked example for concrete grinding.

NIOSH vs. OSHA Explained (2026 Guide): NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) is a research and certification agency within the CDC that approves PPE and sets recommended exposure limits.