Face Fit Train the Tester

Outline

This course once completed will enable the attendees to carry out Qualitative face fit testing for either half face disposable or reusable respirators in line with HSG 53 The Respiratory Protective Equipment At Work Guidance. The benefits to you the employer is both cost effectiveness and the convenience of being able to fit test new employees instead of waiting for an available trainer.

Objectives

At the end of the course you will have covered and be able to carry out:

• The hazards, risks and effects of exposure.
• What RPE is required.
• How RPE works.
• Why fit testing is required.
• How to wear and check the RPE correctly.
• What maintenance is required for re-usable respirators.
• Where and how the respirator should be cleaned and stored.
• Use and misuse of RPE

Companies are reminded that this is Face Fit Testing for masks they currently use and all delegates should bring their own mask. All manufacturers are different and if it is felt that an issue mask won’t fit they should also bring alternative sizes for testing as well.

Assessment: There will be a theory test plus practical, on passing both elements a certificate will be issued which is valid for 3 years.

Certification: Valid for 3 years