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Face Fit Testing

Occupational lung disease is one of the biggest killers in the UK.

With an estimated 12,000 lung disease deaths each year linked to past exposures at work, and 13,000 deaths linked with work-related dust and chemicals, these numbers can not be ignored! During 2008-12, lung diseases were responsible for 20% of all deaths in the UK each year.

It is a legal requirement for anyone who wears a tightly fitted respirator to be fit tested to that mask make and model. This has been part of the COSHH regulations since 2002.

We do everything with passion, precision, and to the highest standard. We ensure that the mask make and model your employee wears is adequate for the task it is being used for and suitable for them as individuals. As approved Fit2Fit testers, we ensure the highest standard of tests to ensure your employees are protected.

While the ultimate responsibility for the training of RPE lies with the employer, we provide training to any delegate whom we see does not have adequate knowledge of mask use, maintenance, cleaning, and storage. This ensures that your employee, once they have passed the test, has the essential knowledge of the mask, the hazards they face, and are trained in fitting the mask correctly.

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Fit Test for Respirators

We conduct rigorous fit tests for respirators to ensure they provide the maximum level of safety and comfort.

Respirator Selection Assistance

We help you choose the right make and model of mask for each individual and task.

Training on Mask Use

We provide training on mask use, maintenance, cleaning, and storage.

Workplace Hazard Assessment

We assess potential respiratory hazards in your workplace and recommend appropriate protective measures.

Continuous Support

We offer ongoing support and advice to ensure your compliance with COSHH regulations.

Why us?

Accredited Expertise

As approved Fit2Fit testers, we possess the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct accurate fit tests.

Commitment to Quality

We uphold the highest standards in all our services, ensuring the safety of your employees.

Comprehensive Training & Support

We do not just test; we train your employees for better understanding and usage of masks.

Regulatory Compliance

Our services ensure your compliance with the legal requirements of the COSHH regulations.

Customer Satisfaction

We are committed to providing excellent customer service, offering help and advice when you need it.

FAQs

Face Fit Testing is a process that checks whether a tight-fit respirator fits the user’s face correctly, providing maximum protection against harmful airborne substances.
It’s a legal requirement for anyone who wears a tightly fitted respirator to be fit tested to that mask make and model.
All tight-fitting facepieces including disposable, half and full-face masks require fit testing.
Face Fit Testing should be carried out initially upon selection of a suitable mask, and then at regular intervals or if the wearer’s facial characteristics change. The BSIF Fit2Fit have a maximum of 2 years.
The training covers how to use, maintain, clean, and store the mask properly.
COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations are laws imposed by the UK government to help protect workers from hazardous substances.
If an employee fails the Face Fit Test, it indicates that the current mask model does not provide them with adequate protection. In such cases, we will assist in selecting a different mask model and repeat the testing process to ensure the new mask provides a proper fit and maximum protection.

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