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Title:   An Introduction to Personal Fall Protection Equipment
  Order #:   BK60
  Description:   This booklet is an introduction to the proper use of personal fall protection equipment. This booklet outlines the safe use and limitations of personal fall protection equipment, including safety belts, harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines.
      (PDF 545kb)
       
Title:   Breathe Safer: How to use respirators safely and start a respirator program
  Order #:   BK75
  Description:   This booklet provides a basic overview of job-related heat stress, how to recognize and treat heat stress, and how to prevent heat stress. This manual, developed for employers, supervisors, and workers, describes different types of breathing hazards and respirators. It also explains how to choose, fit, and care for a respirator. This manual also contains a section on effective respiratory protection programs.
      (PDF 1.2mb)
       
Title:   Dealing with "Latex Allergies" at Work
  Order #:   BK2
  Description:   The information in this booklet applies to a wide range of jobs with exposure to rubber products. This booklet explains the health problems that may be caused by using rubber products; the natural rubber latex protein allergy, which may cause severe health problems; and sources of information on "latex allergies."
      (PDF 550kb)
       
Title:   Hear for Good: Preventing Exposure at Work
  Order #:   PH9
  Description:   This pamphlet explains noise-induced hearing loss, noise control, and hearing protection. It also covers different types of hearing protection and how to fit and care for hearing protection.
      (PDF 1mb)