CAPR
PAPR
Masks
General Qs
100

What does it mean when the amber light is displayed? 

The filter needs to be replaced (Call OCC Health) 

100

How do you test the battery on a PAPR?

The battery level is displayed with a TEST button to show status
100
How should you mold the nosepiece of a mask to your nose?
By using your fingertips from both hands
100

Should you change comfort strips between users? 

Yes

200

What is the plastic replaceable "mask like" piece called?

The Lens Cuff 

200

Do you have to wear a surgical mask under a PAPR?

No
200

What is the difference between the blue strap N95 mask vs the Red strap N95 mask?

Red strap is fluid resistant 

200

How do you change the air flow on a CAPR?

Black switch at the rear of the helmet near the cable port. 

300

What does the red light mean?

Battery Low <15 min
300

Name one of the five factors that effects the airflow control.

Elevation, Temperature, Battery charge, Filter loading, and malfunction 

300

Should you wear a surgical mask with a CAPR?

Yes. The air coming in is filtered, but the air leaving you to your patient is not. Mask is to be worn to prevent contamination of sterile field. 

300

What is the first step in donning PPE? 

Hand sanitizer

400

Who do you call if you notice a piece of the CAPR is broken? 

OCC health

400

What is the difference between the yellow and purple vs the just purple filter? 

Yellow and purple should be used for hazardous drug spill cleanup, just purple for airborne particulates. 

400

How do we check our (Mask) respirator-to-face seal? 

Place hand over middle panel (longways) or place both hands over middle panel (up and down) and inhale sharply. If you feel any air leaks do not enter the contaminated area. 

400

How often does the filter on a CAPR need to be replaced?

Once a year

500

What does CAPR stand for? 

Controlled Air Purifying Respirator 

500

What does PAPR stand for?

Powered Air Purifying Respirator 

500

What does NIOSH stand for?

National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health

500

How often do you need to be mask fit tested? 

Once a year

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