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Respirators that rely on a mask-to-face seal need to be annually checked with quantitative methods to determine whether the mask provides an acceptable fit to a wearer.
Quantitative Testing
Required by NFPA, OSHA and MiOSHA
- Objective result, no input required from subject.
- Totally mechanical and computerized process.
- Digital and numerical result.
- No chemicals to sniff, not dependant on sense of smell.
- Instant printed output.
What is to be Tested
Which respirators (Respiratory Protection Equipment (RPE)) and dust masks need to be tested?
The answer to this is any tight fitting mask. This includes all disposable masks known as either P2 or N95 masks these are used in health care, asbestos removal or mining these are the most commons masks.
- Half-face Masks
- Full-face Masks
- Full-face self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) Masks
- Full-face powered air purifying (PAPR) masks
Suitable For
Anyone who wears a respirator (Respiratory Protection Equipment (RPE)), particularly workers in:
- Mining
- Fire and Rescue
- Hospitals and those working in healthcare facilities
- Military
Frequency of testing
You must be fit tested before you use a respirator in the workplace, and you must be re-tested at least every 12 months to make sure that the respirator you use still fits you.
You must be fit tested with the specific make, model, style, and size of respirator that you will be using. In addition, before you use a respirator or are fit-tested, your employer must ensure that you are medically able to wear it.
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