Respirators are used in situations that pose a high risk for exposure.

Respirator usage for TB is now regulated under the general industry standard for respiratory protection.

Risk assessment determines HCWs who should wear respiratory protection.

HCWs are screened for medical conditions by a physician prior to using respiratory protection.

Respirators should be selected from those approved by CDC and NIOSH.

Fit testing provides a method to determine which respirator model and size fits the wearer best and to confirm that the wearer can properly fit the respirator.

Each time the respirator is worn, the wearer performs a user-seal check to ensure adequate respiratory protection.