Respirator fit testing webinar

Many types of respiratory protection rely on a tight seal between the wearers face and the respirator facepiece/mask. Unless this is achieved effectively, the wearer may not be adequately protected.

Respiratory Fit Testing is much more than just fit testing, it means knowing how respirators work, how they should be correctly put on and the suitability of various fit testing methods. With several fit testing methods and procedures available it can be difficult to know exactly which is the best choice.

• Understand the importance of fit testing in your respirator programme
• Get an insight into the benefits of fit testing for the employer and the respirator wearer
• Learn about several fit testing methods and their suitability for various respirator types
• Find out about the legal responsibilities pertaining to fit testing
• Key details of several countries fit testing guidance is covered
• Hear about recommendation for addressing facial hair in the workplace
• What constitutes a competent fit tester
• Follow the recommendations to implement and manage an effective respirator fit testing programme

Access this 45-minute video. Register for free.

• Indrani (common name Rani) has been identified as a Key Opinion Leader in Personal Safety for South and Sub-Saharan Africa and is current chairperson of the SABS Hearing Portfolio Technical Committee while representing on 8 other SABS technical committees.
  She is also an exco member of SAPEMA – South African Protective Equipment Marketing Association.
  Rani joined 3M in March 2004, as Group marketing co-ordinator for the Safety, Security and Protection Services (SSPS) division of 3M South Africa and has held various positions in her 15 years at 3M. Since November 2015 Rani is our Application Engineer - Regulatory and Technical Manager for 3M South Africa and she is often called upon to present at industry seminars and conferences and lectures to university students.