§84.195. Breathing tubes; minimum requirements.

42 C.F.R. § 84.195

Flexible breathing tubes used in conjunction with respirators shall be designed and constructed to prevent:

(a)

Restriction of free head movement;

(b)

Disturbance of the fit of facepieces, mouthpieces, hoods, or helmets;

(c)

Interference with the wearer's activities; and

(d)

Shutoff of airflow due to kinking, or from chin or arm pressure.

Notes, amendments, and revision history

Authority: 29 U.S.C. 651 et seq.; 30 U.S.C. 3, 5, 7, 811, 842(h), 844.

Source: 60 FR 30355, June 8, 1995, unless otherwise noted.