The business of agriculture presents a myriad of hazards, including exposures to dusts, molds, pesticides and other chemicals, gases, as well as welding fumes and particles. Deciding what protection to use to prevent acute and chronic respiratory diseases is confusing. In addition, just finding the right protective gear can be a challenge. Shay talk with Charlotte Halverson, an occupational health nurse for the AgriSafe Network that serves as the network’s clinical director. In that capacity, she researches, develops resources, and presents webinar and in person educational sessions on a variety of health and safety topics specific to the agricultural workforce. They talk all things respiratory health moving into a new harvest/Fall season. Register for the full webinar HERE: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6154370509860412176

Resources:

https://agn.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/RespiratoryResources/respirator%20options%20guide%208x11%20june%202017.pdf A respirator selection guide

https://www.agrisafe.org/personal-protective-equipment a brief algorithm to determine appropriate protection

https://www.agrisafe.org/respirator-fit-testing Information to comply with standards regarding fit testing

https://osha.oregon.gov/OSHAPubs/3654.pdf Oregon OSHA – Agriculture – the Air You Breathe. A respiratory program development guide for agricultural employers