AS 1716-1991

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​Specifies performances and testing criteria for seven main types of respirators. General design requirements and test requirements are provided for each respirator category. Appendices include a method for testing total inward leakage of assembled respirators, as well as qualitative facial fit testing and testing of component parts. Criteria for the correct selection, use and maintenance of respirators are provided in AS 1715.

First published as AS Z18-1963.
Second edition 1968.
AS Z18-1968 revised and redesignated AS 1716-1975.
Second edition 1982.
Third edition 1984.
Fourth edition 1991.