Why do you need Qualitative Face Fit Testing? RPE can’t protect the wearer if it leaks. The main cause of leaks is due to poor or tight-fitting face pieces. The mask needs to fit the wearer’s face to work effectively and Qualitative Face Fit Testing ensures this.
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Description
Why do you need Qualitative Face Fit Testing? RPE can’t protect the wearer if it leaks. The main cause of leaks is due to poor or tight-fitting face pieces. The mask needs to fit the wearer’s face to work effectively and Qualitative Face Fit Testing ensures this.
Assessment
If the mask is unsuitable for the wearer this will incur a fail.
Business benefits
To follow COSHH regulations employees working in the appropriate conditions must have a tight-fitting respirator. Face fit testing is also needed to follow the Control of Lead at Work Regulations and the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations.
Learning outcomes
The delegate will wear their selected RPE and perform a sequence of light exercises.
