RESPIRATOR FIT TESTING The Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134) requires respirators be used in areas where engineering controls alone cannot protect workers from atmospheric contamination at the worksite.  Companies requiring the use of respirators must have a respirator program in place as outlined in the Standard.  Included in the program are: Written respiratory protection program Respirator selection Medical evaluation Fit testing Training Program evaluation Occupational Health Services of St. Joseph Health System offers both the medical evaluation (review of the OSHA Respirator Medical Evaluation Questionnaire or medical examination) as well as qualitative respirator fit testing evaluation. For more information regarding respiratory protection services offered by St. Joseph Health System Occupational Health Services, please call 989-362-9406.