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Respirator Safety & Fit Testing

 

Respiratory safety and fit testing is essential for anyone who performs work which requires them to use a respirator or mask.

 

 

If the correct filters are not in place or the respirator is not fitted properly, your employees are exposed to harmful dusts, mists, fumes, fibres, vapours and gasses which could cause devastating health issues including death.

 

 

 

 

Topics Covered:

 

  • Hazard identification

  • Forms of hazards

  • Recognition of respiratory hazards

  • Routes of entry

  • Air sampling

  • Exposure limits

  • Respirator selection

  • Fitting your respirator

  • Care and Maintenance

 

 

Practical Testing

 

  • Baseline sensitivity test

  • Fit test to ensure respirator fits correctly and is protecting you

        

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