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Clinic RPP Template

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  • Scope and Application
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Clinic RPP Template

  • Clinic RPP Template Home
  • Administration
  • Scope and Application
  • Identifying Work Hazards
  • Respirator Selection
  • Medical Evaluations
  • Fit Testing
  • Proper Respirator Use
  • Cleaning and Disinfecting
  • Inspecting, Maintenance and Repairs
  • Respirator Training
  • Evaluating/Updating Program
  • Roles and Responsibilities
  • Documentation and Record-keeping
Contact Info
Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
IDEPC Comment Form

Contact Info

Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
IDEPC Comment Form

Respirator Selection:
Clinic Respiratory Protection Program Template

Only respirators approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) will be selected and used.

  • N95 respirators are available for contact tracing, disease investigation and patient contact/care. (Airborne Precautions)
  • A powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) is available for contact tracing, disease investigation and patient contact/care (include this only if your agency has one or intends to buy one). (Airborne Precautions)
    • A PAPR may be selected for use if:
      • The N95 respirator choice(s) does not fit
      • Employee has facial hair or facial deformity that would interfere with mask-to-face seal
      • The N95 respirator choice(s) are unavailable
      • Desired for high-risk aerosol-generating procedures

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Last Updated: 11/14/2022

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