In this episode of the Science of Safety Podcast, co-hosts Mark Reggers and Laurie Wells along with guest Dr. Nicole Vars McCullough, Vice President of Application Engineering and Regulatory in 3M's Personal Safety Division, discuss some fundamental concepts for respiratory protection selection. This is part one of a two-part series on selection. Tune in to learn more about airborne contaminants, considerations for evaluating exposure, occupational exposure limits, types of respiratory protection, and much more.

The first global season of the Science of Safety Podcast is presented by the 3M Personal Safety Division.  This is a podcast that is curious about the science and systems behind workplace health and safety with a focus on personal protective equipment (or PPE) used to help keep workers healthy and safe.