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Performance Evaluation of DM and DFM Filter Respirators—WORKING DRAFT 9.15.92

Table E—NIOSH's 1976 Recommended Assigned Protection Factors for Particulate-Filter Respirators.

Protection Factor
(Minimal)
Permissible Respiratory Protection
Example Example
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5X Any dust and mist respirator (30 CFR 11.130) 5X Any dust and mist respirator, except single use (30 CFR 11.130) 10X 10X 10X 50X 1,000X

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