Respiratory Protection Quiz

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What does the acronym IDLH stand for?
  • (A)  Instant Death Lurks Here
  • (B)  Immediate Detection of Low Hazards
  • (C)  Integrated and Differentiated Level of Hazards
  • (D)  Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
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Correct answer is:
  • (D)  Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
Explanation:
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines an IDLH value as “An atmospheric concentration of any toxic, corrosive or asphyxiant substance that poses an immediate threat to life or would cause irreversible or delayed adverse health effects or would interfere with an individual's ability to escape from a dangerous atmosphere.”
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