This course is suitable for anyone who needs to deliver face fit testing to employees or co-workers on-site.
The qualification that you gain will give you the skills to safeguard your workers’ health. Face fit testing will help to protect them from the airborne hazardous substances that they would otherwise inhale.
Inhaling these substances could lead to serious long-term ill-health and even death. By face fitting at your organisation, you are also following the law.
Anybody who wears a closefitting mask for their work must legally attend a face fit test.
During this course, a Fit2Fit accredited instructor will show you how to conduct face fit testing yourself and discuss the different types of masks available.
Why Complete the Course
- Helps to reduce the overall cost outlay to your organisation.
- You can provide the testing internally knowing that you have a trained and competent person.
- Will protect your workers against the effect of hazardous materials.
- Helps to safeguard your health.
Pre-Requisites
- Delegates must be able to speak, write and understand English.
- Please notify us of any special requirements at least 48 hours before the start of the course by emailing [email protected].
- All necessary course materials will be provided at the venue.
Course Content
- Health and safety law
- Types of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) and correct selection
- Types of hazardous substances and their health impacts
- Why Face Fit Testing matters
- How to conduct a Face Fit Test
What to Bring
- Delegates must bring photographic ID, their national insurance number.
- If a delegate is under the age of 18, their parental guardian must provide, in written format, explicit permission for them to attend this course. Failure to provide satisfactory proof of consent will result in the delegate being unable to complete the course. Please contact us at [email protected] at your earliest convenience if you require a consent form.
Assessment
- You must show competence and understanding as you will need to conduct Face Fit Tests yourself correctly.
- You must successfully demonstrate a Face Fit Test and complete a written assessment.
- Once you have completed the above, the trainer will deem you prepared to conduct a Face Fit Test.
Attendance and Certification
- Please arrive before the course start time, late arrivals may not be permitted to attend.
- All necessary course materials will be provided at the venue.
- Certificates are issued approximately 6-8 weeks after course completion.