The following is a list of resources regarding the new and upcoming Respiratory Protection Regulation.

California Code of Regulations section 6739

• View our PDF version of the code (1.5 MB) with annotations and links
• View the section of the code each employer must provide to the Physician or other licensed health care professional (PLHCP) performing medical evaluations.
• Text of Final Regulations - View the official document of the regulatory changes

Forms

• Medical Evaluation Questionnaire - English Version  Spanish Version
• Medical Recommendation Form - For PLHCP's report of evaluation and approval of respirator use. Must be on file with employer before work requiring respirator use is allowed.

Related Information and Guidelines

• California’s Department of Pesticide Regulation Website of regulations
• Generic Guidelines (HS-1513) - For Development of a Respiratory Protection Program in Accordance with Department of Pesticide Regulation Requirements.
• Section (r) Information - For Employees Using Respirators When Not Required By Label or Restricted Material Permit Conditions or Regulation. Required posting for employee's voluntary respirator use.
• Meaning and scope of PLHCP - A guidance document for identifying appropriate licensed health care professionals for medically evaluating and approving respirator use.
• Pesticide Safety Information Series leaflet A-8 - Hazard Communication Information for Employees Handling Pesticides in Agricultural Settings.
• Pesticide Safety Information Series leaflet N-8 - Hazard Communication Information for Employees Handling Pesticides in Noncrop Settings.
• U.S. Department of Labor's Small Entity Compliance Guide for the Revised Respiratory Protection Standard - Study guide that provides training for the employer's Respirator Program Administrator.
• Respiratory Protection in the Workplace - A Cal/OSHA document providing useful guidance for the Respirator Program Administrator.