1 Jul 2025
😷OSHA Proposes Update to Medical Evaluation Requirements for Respirators
Amending the Medical Evaluation Requirements in the Respiratory Protection Standard for Certain Types of Respirators
Summary
OSHA is proposing to remove some medical evaluation requirements in the Respiratory Protection Rule for certain types of respirators. This proposed change would only impact filtering facepiece respirators and loose-fitting powered air-purifying respirators.
Agencies
- Labor Department
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed rule to amend medical evaluation requirements for respirators will impact compliance and regulatory frameworks in workplaces, potentially reducing costs associated with medical evaluations for employers. This change is particularly relevant for businesses using filtering facepiece respirators and loose-fitting powered air-purifying respirators, potentially leading to significant cost savings.