Respirator fit testing webinar

Many types of respiratory protection rely on a tight seal between the wearers face and the respirator facepiece/mask. Unless this is achieved effectively, the wearer may not be adequately protected.

Respiratory Fit Testing is much more than just fit testing, it means knowing how respirators work, how they should be put on correctly and the suitability of various fit testing methods. With several fit testing methods and procedures available it can be difficult to know exactly which is the best choice.

• Understand the importance of fit testing in your respirator programme
• Get an insight into the benefits of fit testing for the employer and the respirator wearer
• Learn about several fit testing methods and their suitability for various respirator types
• Find out about the legal responsibilities pertaining to fit testing
• Key details of several countries fit testing guidance is covered
• Hear about recommendation for addressing facial hair in the workplace
• What constitutes a competent fit tester
• Follow the recommendations to implement and manage an effective respirator fit testing programme

Access this 45-minute video. Register for free.

• George Elliott is a Senior Application Engineer within the UK&I Personal Safety Division of 3M. George holds responsibility for the tight fitting respiratory protection portfolio and on a daily basis supports customers with their product selection, training and maintenance considerations. George is Fit2Fit accredited for both qualitative and quantitative face fit testing and a member of the British Safety Industry Federation’s (BSIF) Respiratory Protection Group.