We offer a face fit testing course and a face fit train the tester course that shows you how to conduct face fit training. These courses are delivered in the classroom by a Fit2Fit accredited trainer, and as an in-house course specifically for your staff.
Get in touch with us if you have any questions, and our friendly team members would be happy to assist you.
Having a face fit test will ensure that your mask is suitable for you by achieving a seal.
This course teaches you how to conduct face fit tests on your workforce.
Fit2Fit is an accrediting body for face fit testing and associated training courses.
We have Fit2Fit testers here at 3B.
Face Fit Testing is a procedure that will determine that RPE or Respiratory Protective Equipment correctly fits an individual wearer without breaking the tight seal to their face.
By successfully completing the test the wearer can undertake work around harmful respiratory hazards.
Yes, face fit testing is a legal requirement for anyone who is required to wear tight fitting RPE for their work; this is an approved code of practice under the COSHH Regulations 2002.
If RPE isn’t face fit tested by a competent person, the wearer doesn’t necessarily have a tight seal to their face.
Therefore, they will be at risk of consuming harmful substances such as construction dust or gases from their work activities.
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