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APPLIED STUDIES

Quantitative Fit Testing Techniques and Regulations for Tight-Fitting Respirators: Current Methods Measuring Aerosol or Air Leakage, and New Developments

Don-Hee Han Aerosol Research and Respiratory Protection Laboratory, Department of Environmental Health, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 45267-0056; On leave from Department of Occupational Safety and Health, Inje University Kyongnam-do, Kimhae, Republic of Korea
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Klaus Willeke Aerosol Research and Respiratory Protection Laboratory, Department of Environmental Health, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 45267-0056
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Craig E. Colton 3M Occupational Health and Environmental Safety Division, 3M Center, St. Paul, MN, 55144-1000
Pages 219-228 | Published online: 18 Jun 2010

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