1910.1048(o)(1)(i) The date of measurement; 1910.1048(o)(1)(ii) The operation being monitored; 1910.1048(o)(1)(iii) The methods of sampling and analysis and evidence of their accuracy and precision; 1910.1048(o)(1)(iv) The number, durations, time, and results of samples taken; 1910.1048(o)(1)(v) The types of protective devices worn; and 1910.1048(o)(1)(vi) The names, job classifications, and exposure estimates of the employees whose exposures are represented by the actual monitoring results. 1910.1048(o)(2) Exposure determinations. Where the employer has determined that no monitoring is required under this standard, the employer shall maintain a record of the objective data relied upon to support the determination that no employee is exposed to formaldehyde at or above the action level. 1910.1048(o)(3) Medical surveillance. The employer shall establish and maintain an accurate record for each employee subject to medical surveillance under this standard. This record shall include: 1910.1048(o)(3)(i) The name of the employee; 1910.1048(o)(3)(ii) The physician's written opinion; 1910.1048(o)(3)(iii) A list of any employee health complaints that may be related to exposure to formaldehyde; and 1910.1048(o)(3)(iv) A copy of the medical examination results, including medical disease questionnaires and results of any medical tests required by the standard or mandated by the examining physician. 1910.1048(o)(4) Respirator fit testing. 1910.1048(o)(4)(i) The employer shall establish and maintain accurate records for employees subject to negative pressure respirator fit testing required by this standard. 1910.1048(o)(4)(ii) This record shall include: 1910.1048(o)(4)(ii)(A) A copy of the protocol selected for respirator fit testing. 1910.1048(o)(4)(ii)(B) A copy of the results of any fit testing performed. 1910.1048(o)(4)(ii)(C) The size and manufacturer of the types of respirators available for selection. 1910.1048(o)(4)(ii)(D) The date of the most recent fit testing, the name of each tested employee, and the respirator type and face-piece selected.
1910.1048(n)(2) Frequency. Employers shall provide such information and training to employees at the time of initial assignment, and whenever a new exposure to formaldehyde is introduced into the work area. The training shall be repeated at least annually. 1910.1048(n)(3) Training program. The training program shall be conducted in a manner which the employee is able to understand and shall include: 1910.1048(n)(3)(i) A discussion of the contents of this regulation and the contents of the Material Safety Data Sheet. 1910.1048(n)(3)(ii) The purpose for and a description of the medical surveillance program required by this standard, including: 1910.1048(n)(3)(ii)(A) A description of the potential health hazards associated with exposure to formaldehyde and a description of the signs and symptoms of exposure to formaldehyde. 1910.1048(n)(3)(ii)(B) Instructions to immediately report to the employer the development of any adverse signs or symptoms that the employee suspects is attributable to formaldehyde exposure. 1910.1048(n)(3)(iii) Description of operations in the work area where formaldehyde is present and an explanation of the safe work practices appropriate for limiting exposure to formaldehyde in each job; 1910.1048(n)(3)(iv) The purpose for, proper use of, and limitations of personal protective clothing and equipment; 1910.1048(n)(3)(v) Instructions for the handling of spills, emergencies, and clean-up procedures; 1910.1048(n)(3)(vi) An explanation of the importance of engineering and work practice controls for employee protection and any necessary instruction in the use of these controls; and 1910.1048(n)(3)(vii) A review of emergency procedures including the specific duties or assignments of each employee in the event of an emergency. 1910.1048(n)(4) Access to training materials. 1910.1048(n)(4)(i) The employer shall inform all affected employees of the location of written training materials and shall make these materials readily available, without cost, to the affected employees. 1910.1048(n)(4)(ii) The employer shall provide, upon request, all training materials relating to the employee training program to the Assistant Secretary and the Director.
1910.1048(o) Recordkeeping—
1910.1048(o)(1) Exposure measurements. The employer shall establish and maintain an accurate record of all measurements taken to monitor employee exposure to formaldehyde. This record shall include:
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