Beyond the Mask: Industrial Respiratory Solutions
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 2:00pm ET - 1:00pm CT - 11:00am PT
Industrial environments present a complex array of respiratory hazards, ranging from mechanical particulates and welding fumes to molecular gases and vapors. For safety professionals, navigating this landscape requires an understanding of the Hierarchy of Controls and a data-driven approach to equipment selection. This webcast will explore the technical criteria for matching airborne contaminants with appropriate solutions, including Air-Purifying Respirators (APR), Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR), and atmosphere-supplying systems. We will move beyond basic compliance to examine how Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) and Assigned Protection Factors (APFs) dictate the necessary level of defense for various workplace scenarios.
The presentation will further address the pillars that sustain an effective Respiratory Protection Program. Attendees will leave with a framework for integrating device selection with the logistical requirements of current industrial safety standards.
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DATE: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
TIME: 2:00PM ET - 1:00PM CT - 11:00AM PT
About the Speaker:
Ted Buck, Product Business Development Manager – North America, Dräger, Inc
Ted Buck brings an extensive background in Occupational Health and Safety to his role as Product Business Development Manager – North America for Dräger, Inc. An Indiana State University alumnus with a degree in Safety Management, Ted has built a distinguished career through key EHS and leadership positions at Square D (Schneider Electric), ORR Safety (Wurth USA), and The Hillman Group.
A dedicated advocate for the safety community, Ted is an active member of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and has held strategic roles within the Safety Equipment Distributors Association (SEDA) and the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA). With years of service on numerous industry boards and committees, he offers a wealth of expertise in navigating the complex intersection of regulatory compliance, product innovation, and workplace protection.
