A Respiratory Fit Test is the use of a protocol to qualitatively or quantitively evaluate the fit of a respirator on an individual. Here at Alpine Fire we use the qualitative method to fit test. What is the difference between the two methods? Qualitative means to use a pass/fail test to assess the adequacy of a fit that relies on the individuals response to outside source, i.e. irritant fume or Bitrex. A quantitative method numerically measures the amount of leakage while an individual is wearing the respirator.

The following is covered in our respiratory Fit Test:

1/2 hour WISHA introduction:

1. How to read MSDA sheets
2. How to store respirator
3. How to clean respirator
4. How to inspect respirator
5. Positive/Negative testing

Then the fit test is performed using irritant smoke, taking approximately 10 minutes per person

Upon completion of fit testing the company or business will be issued a document for each worker attending for their personal file as part of their written safety plan.

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