Respirator Fit Testing

Qualitative and Quantitative Respirator Fit Testing is performed to determine if an employee has an acceptable respiratory fit and can maintain a sufficient seal. 

When to Fit Test

• After subject is medically cleared for respirator use
• Before the subject wears the respirator in the workplace
• Facial changes
• Significant weight change
• Change of respirator size, make, model
• Whenever employee reports a problem with fit *The OSHA requirement for annual fit testing of respirators in healthcare settings is currently under review.