Fit Test Clinic
Fit Testing for Masks and Respirators
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Our Mask Fit Testing Services
Comprehensive Fit Testing Services Tailored for Your Safety Needs
At Fit Test Clinic, we specialise in providing top-tier respirator fit testing services to ensure maximum protection and compliance with Australian safety standards. Our expert team conducts both Quantitative and Qualitative Fit Testing, using advanced, state-of-the-art equipment like the PortaCount Pro+ Respirator Fit Tester for precision and reliability. We cater to individual clients, small businesses, and large corporate groups, adapting our testing approach to meet diverse industry needs, including healthcare, construction, and manufacturing.
Quantitative Fit Testing (QNFT)
Qualitative Fit Testing (QLFT)
A pass/fail, sensory-based fit test acceptable for some respirator types, conducted using a saccharin or bitter solution to determine if a proper fit and seal is obtained.
Comprehensive Training
We offer training and education in the proper wearing, fit-testing, and upkeep of respiratory protective equipment (RPE). We can also train employees to become fit testers for their own company.
Fit Test Reports and Documentation
Receive instant, detailed reports for your records to ensure full compliance with the regulatory requirements and protocols of workplace safety.
We're Industry Accredited
- Convenience and Cost-Effectiveness:
- We bring our services directly to your location, saving time and minimising downtime.
- Employees can undergo fit-testing without leaving the workplace.
- Quick and Efficient Testing:
- All we require is a room to conduct the test.
- Each fit test takes approximately 30 minutes per person.
- What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative fit-testing?
- Critical Safety Compliance:
- Fit-testing is essential before any employee enters a hazardous environment to ensure the proper fit of their respirator.
- Tests should be conducted at least annually thereafter.
- Receive a fit test report to demonstrate compliance.
- Expertise and Certification:
- Flexible Availability:
- Bookings are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Open Saturday and evenings to 9pm by appointment.
- We can visit your location for group bookings.
- Parking and public transportation is available at our Richmond offices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions on respirator fit testing, its importance, procedures, requirements, and how it affects safety in the workplace.
What's respirator fit testing, and why is it important?
Respirator fit testing is a procedure to ensure that a tight-fitting respirator properly seals to the wearer’s face to provide the intended level of protection against airborne hazards. This is important since poor fit can cause exposure to probably harmful particles, which seriously compromises safety.
How frequently should fit testing be conducted?
Fit testing must be performed before the first time a respirator is used, annually, and whenever there are any changes in the user’s facial structure―for example, dental work or major weight loss or gain―that could affect the fit.
What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative fit testing?
Quantitative fit testing uses specialised equipment to measure the fit of a respirator and provides a numerical fit factor for an objective assessment. Qualitative fit testing relies on the test subject’s sensory response to taste or smell agents to determine the respirator’s fit. Both are an acceptable method under the AS/NZS 17:15:2009 Standard.
Does facial hair affect respirator fit?
Yes, facial hair—beards or stubble—can break the respirator seal, causing leaks and effectiveness loss. It’s imperative to be clean-shaven in all areas where the respirator contacts the face for an effective seal.
Is fit testing legally required in Australia?
Yes, it is a requirement and falls under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws in Australia. All employers require to be fit tested if using tight-fitting respirators.