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Respirator fit testing (Qualitative)

Testing

The test uses a hood and testing agents (Bitrex or Saccharin) and relies on the users ability to taste or smell a test agent resulting in a pass or fail.

• The wearer will have a clear plastic hood placed over their head while wearing a respirator
• The wearer performs seven exercises (one minute each)
• While performing the exercises the testing agent is sprayed into the hood to test whether the wearer can smell or taste the spray.

The test takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete.

Education and training

In addition to the actual test, our experienced team also provides education and training on:

• Correctly donning and doffing the respirator
• Daily self-checks
• Storage, cleaning and maintenance of the respirator
• Importance of being clean shaven to achieve a reproducible fit
• Other factors that can affect fit and respirator performance

Reporting and compliance

At completion of the test a Fit Test Report and Fit Testing Register is provided to the company for record keeping and to assist with any health & safety requirements.

Our team provides both Quantitative Fit Testing and Qualitative Fit Testing through out the central North Island including Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, Cambridge, Morrinsville, Matamata, Thames, Coromandel, Waihi, Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupo and Whakatane.