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Respiratory protection equipment, or RPE, is classed as PPE.

It must be freely provided to employees if dangerous air risks are present. However, RPE must be effective at protecting against the specific air risks to be suitable PPE for the task.

Air risks can include:

• Dust and fine particles
• Chemicals, liquids, and solvents
• Pathogens like bacteria and viruses

Use a risk assessment to identify and control airborne hazards.

Other items in your PPE kit should include:

• Hearing protection, including ear plugs
• Head protection, such as safety helmets
• Eye & face protection, such as safety goggles

Respirators come in three main types:

• Powered
• Half mask
• Disposable

You can find all three types in our respiratory protection range.

You can buy powered respirators and filters at SMI, where we stock a wide range of respiratory protection.

Our PPE range also includes:

• Fall protection
• Head protection
• Hearing protection
• Eye & face protection

Both standards relate to respiratory protection, but they cover different types of equipment and testing requirements:

• EN 143: Applies to particle filters only.
  These filters are designed to be fitted into respirators or half masks. EN 143 tests focus on filtration efficiency against fine dust, aerosols, and other particulates.
  
  
• EN 149: Applies to complete respiratory masks with filtering capabilities, including half masks that can be disposable or reusable.
  This standard defines FFP ratings (FFP1, FFP2, FFP3), which indicate the level of protection against particles, as well as requirements for fit, leakage, breathing resistance, and usability.

Simply put, EN 143 is about the filter itself, while EN 149 is about the mask and the filter together.