Oct 27, 2025· Comment from Wizner, Kerri, et al.; Occupational Health and Safety Section, American Public Health Association (APHA)· OSHA-2025-0006-0297
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OSHARulemakingOSHA-2025-0006
Respirators - Medical Clearance
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1218-AD48
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Abstract
OSHA is proposing removing the medical evaluation requirements in the Respiratory Protection Rule (1910.134) for employees using filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) and loose-fitting powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs). This change is based on the lack of data indicating adverse health effects from using these respirators. Medical evaluations will remain required for other respirator types - exempting only FFRs and loose-fitting PAPRs. Other provisions of the Respiratory Protection Standard remain unchanged. OSHA invites comments on all aspects of the proposed rule.
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