#mindthegap #facefittesting #indg479 #rpe #areyoufittingcorrectly

Calling all painters and decorators. Daily activities such as paint stripping, sanding and spray painting can all expose you to a higher risk of developing a respiratory illness - so ensure you are wearing the right RPE! #painter #decorator #facefit #RPE

Sometimes, a mask doesn't pass the test. This is mainly due to the mask being not fit for purpose or because the wearer's features have changed and the mask is no longer tight fitting. Should this be the case, we can advise on alternative makes and models. #mask #facefittest

We carry out qualitative and quantitative face fit tests in accordance with HSE INDG479. Both tests take around 20 minutes to complete and you receive an instant result as to whether the mask has passed and therefore provides adequate protection. #facefittest #protection

Here's a reminder of what actually happens during a face fit test. All exercises are designed to mimic actions you would be taking in real life. bit.ly/31AKUr9 #facefittest #facefit

The main purpose of face fit testing is to ensure that there is good contact between the wearer's skin and the seal of the face piece. However, our tests also check that the wearer knows how to put on the mask, to ensure the right protection. #facefittest #facefit #protection

All the CE marking does is confirm that the mask was designed and tested to meet the minimum legal requirements. It does not make it automatically suitable for a task so still needs to go through a suitability check by the employer before use. #CEmark #facefittest #protection

Onboarding new team members that wear RPE as part of their new roles? We find that face fit testing is best done at the induction and onboarding stage, to ensure workers are protected from the start. We then recommend re-testing every 2 years. #facefittest #RPE #facefit

We work across different industries when carrying out face fit tests; from the healthcare sector to manufacturing, automotive, the Police (and many more), we work with responsible business owners and managers. #facefittest #healthcaresector #RPE

Which face fit test is required for your type of mask? Tight fitting respirators including full face masks require a quantitative test, whereas qualitative tests are for disposable and re-usable half masks. More on our website: bit.ly/31AKUr9 #facefittest #facemasks