Qualitative Face Fit Testing and Training provides essential guidance for anyone required to wear tight-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) in the workplace. It focuses on the importance of a proper face seal, how to conduct a qualitative fit test, and how to correctly use and maintain RPE to ensure maximum protection.
It is a legal requirement that anyone required to wear respiratory protective equipment (RPE) uses a mask that is suitable and correctly fitted to the individual. Our qualitative face fit testing is suitable for all half-face reusable and disposable RPE and ensures compliance with UK health and safety regulations. This service supports a safer working environment and can be delivered flexibly to suit your organisation’s specific needs.
Quantitative Face Fit Testing and Fit2Fit accredited training can be arranged on request.
A safety briefing or toolbox talk is included as part of the fit testing process. It is at the client’s discretion whether this includes a full RPE awareness training session. Prior to testing, a health assessment will be conducted to confirm the individual's suitability to proceed.
The safety briefing covers the following key areas:
The importance of wearing RPE
Types of RPE and appropriate selection
Correct donning of the mask and performing a fit check
Care, maintenance, and storage of RPE
Roles and responsibilities of both the user and employer
Individual, or small group, face fit testing can be delivered at our training centre in Kirkcaldy, delivered by our in-house face fit testers.
Face fit testing can also be delivered at your location, or at a location close to you for groups of 6+ candidates.
Candidates will be fitted with their masks and a short test conducted. The mask itself is a pass or fail, based on the following:
Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance along with their test results.
Relevant for operatives who wear RPE in order to protect themselves during tasks that expose them to hazardous airborne particles.
Operatives must be clean shaven, within at least 8 hours of the scheduled test time, and bring the mask(s) with them to be tested. If you do not have a mask, please speak to your employer, or contact our team.
Operatives must not eat, drink, smoke, or vape 30 minutes before the test.
Do not attend the test if you have had cold or sinus problems 7 days previous to the test or have not been checked by an occupational nurse.
Testing cannot be completed if these pre-requisites are not adhered to.
Approx. 30 minutes for individual bookings, or ½ day and full-day sessions can also be arranged on request.
You can book Qualitative Face Fit Testing by contacting our team directly.
Individual face fit tests are £40 +VAT per person, with group delivery starting at £300 +VAT per 1/2 day, for up to 8 candidates.
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