Respirator Clearance

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Offload Your Workload

Respirator Protection is one of the top 10 most cited OSHA violations. Our product is specifically designed to make compliance effortless, at a price our competitors can't beat. Plus, going paperless with Vest ensures that medical document storage is instantly HIPAA and OSHA compliant. Don't be left behind faxing and waiting for your clearances. Let us show you how simple this process can be.

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Customer service that can't be beat
We're always available to ensure your jobs run smoothly.
90% instant pass-rate for healthy individuals
A Vest PLHCP reviews every form that does not pass instantly.
Pre-fill the tough stuff
Administrators can pre-fill difficult questions like respirator type.
Expanded paper forms available
When you don't have internet access, use Vest's expanded paper form and enter them when you do.

Board-Certified Evaluation

Respirator Clearance forms must be evaluated by a physician or licensed healthcare provider (PLHCP) who is capable of independently practicing medicine. Our clearance program was designed by our President and Medical Director to think as an extension of himself. We accomplish this by asking detailed questions based upon individual responses. As a result, our customers receive physician-level evaluation of every form.

Developed by a board-certified physician
Our Medical Director has 20+ years of experience in emergency and occupational care.
Consistent evaluations
The Vest algorithm ensures all forms receive the same physician-caliber review.
Phone interviews with a Vest PLHCP
Only when necessary, Vest performs phone interviews to gain further information on health issues.
HIPAA and OSHA compliant storage
Our medical evaluations are stored in full compliance with government regulations.

Online, In The Field

The logistics of getting employees cleared for work can be a nightmare. Our customers depend on our product to make their jobs run smoothly. Don't let your competition beat you to the punch. Eliminate the hassle by switching to Vest's online system. Our account managers are standing by to assist you.

Multi-user friendly
Enter hundreds of forms simultaneously without breaking a sweat.
Eliminate entry errors
Our web-based system does not allow submission of incomplete forms.
Location-proof
Even the most remote locations receive industry-leading evaluation.

Vest respirator clearances fulfill a part of OSHA Regulation 1910.134 on Respiratory Protection.

Medical Direction

our expertise, tailored to you.

Electronic Records, Built to Use

Vest's custom-made ePCR is tailored specifically to the needs of medical personnel in the field. Filling out a patient care report is a breeze with our guided setup and real-time progress bars. And like our Respirator Clearance program, compliance is guaranteed.

Hand-Picked Personnel

Our physicians directly oversee the selection and evaluation of every person we place in the field. With Vest, the field personnel have a direct relationship to the physician.

Custom-Tailored Direction

Your company and work environment are unique. We will evaluate your needs and provide a set of medical guidelines to ensure a prompt, safe outcome for any medical concern.

Stock Only What You Need

Equipment and supply requirements are specific to each set of medical guidelines. These are tailored to meet the size and scope of each project and are then delivered to the worksite.

Our Physicians

thirty years combined experience.

Kevin Rittger MD

President, Director of Emergency Medical Services

Dr. Rittger is board-certified in emergency medicine and is an active staff physician at multiple hospitals in the greater Houston-Galveston area. He attended medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his Emergency Medicine residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. Since the mid-90's, Dr. Rittger has developed cutting-edge internet-based technologies for continuing medical education, medical records, and pre-employment clearances.

Todd Hamel MD, FACOEM, FAAFP

Director of Occupational Health Services

Dr. Hamel is a board-certified family physician who specializes in occupational medicine. He is a fellow of both the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Most recently, Dr. Hamel served as Dow Chemical North America Director of Health Services. Prior to that, Dr. Hamel was the Global Chief Medical Officer for Quanta Services, a specialty contractor providing infrastructure solutions in the Electric Powerline and Pipeline construction. Dr. Hamel holds positions within ACOEM and at the American Chemistry Counsel. He is an expert in the health and safety of North America's workforce and versed in OSHA, NIOSH and CDC standards.

Adam Corley MD

Co-Medical Director

Dr. Corley is a board-certified emergency physician who has been practicing in the Houston and South Texas areas since 2004. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed his Emergency Medicine residency at Hermann Hospital in Houston. Dr. Corley is a Medical Director for several organizations, including the Brazosport Regional Health System, Lake Jackson EMS, Clute EMS, and EmCare, a nationwide emergency services company.

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