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29 CFR 1910.134(k)(1): The employer did not provide respirator training that ensured that each employee could demonstrate knowledge of at least the following elements: Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit, usage, or maintenance can compromise the protective effect of the respirator; What the limitations and capabilities of the respirator are; How to use the respirator effectively in emergency situations, including situations in which the respirator malfunctions; How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the respirator; What the procedures are for maintenance and storage of the respirator; and How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of respirators: a. Bay 6 : On or about March 7, 2022, the employer did not provide employees with effective training on the medical signs and symptoms preventing effective use, effects of improper fit, limitations, and maintenance and care. The employer required employees to wear half-mask respi