{"title":"Derbyshire (FF)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFace Fit Testing Training Courses in Derbyshire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance workplace respiratory safety with accredited Face Fit Testing, Train the Tester, and Instructor courses in Derbyshire. These short courses are ideal for health and safety professionals, managers, and employers responsible for tight-fitting RPE compliance. Learn how to conduct face fit testing or become certified to train others. Delivered in-person at training centres across Derbyshire, these practical courses meet HSE guidelines and help protect workers in construction, manufacturing, and industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"face-fit-train-the-tester-course-derby-derbyshire","title":"Face Fit Train The Tester in Derby, Derbyshire (Classroom)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Face Fit Train The Tester Course in Derby\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Face Fit Train the Tester course teaches you how to conduct face fit training and how to face fit test your workers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis training is a one-day course trained by a Fit2Fit accredited instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important for employees to have their respiratory protective equipment (RPE) tested by a competent person. By taking this course, you will be rest assured that you have the knowledge to carry out face fit testing the correct way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassroom training in Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8AJ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Take this Face Fit Train The Tester Course?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is suitable for anyone who needs to deliver face fit testing to employees or co-workers on-site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInhaling 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnybody who wears a close-fitting mask for their work must legally attend a face fit test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does this Face Fit Train the Tester Course Involve?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this Face Fit Train The Tester course, a Fit2Fit accredited instructor will show you how to conduct face fit testing yourself and discuss the different types of masks available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the full information on what’s covered in this training, keep reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/citb-courses\"\u003eCITB courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/smsts-courses\"\u003eSMSTS courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sssts-courses\"\u003eSSSTS courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ccnsg-courses\"\u003eCCNSG courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eusr-courses\"\u003eEUSR courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/iosh-courses\"\u003eIOSH courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nebosh-courses\"\u003eNEBOSH courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/construction-engineering-courses\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Engineering courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Morson Nexus","offers":[{"title":"Dates TBC - Call 0808 1966 830","offer_id":56885708849496,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7126\/7672\/files\/Morson_Logo_NEXUS_RGB-1024x108-1_a99fe323-afa4-4b95-8582-7b268d35cd0f.png?v=1781647454"},{"product_id":"face-fit-train-the-tester-course-ilkeston-derbyshire","title":"Face Fit Train the Tester in Ilkeston, Derbyshire (Classroom)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFace Fit Train the Tester Course in Ilkeston, Derbyshire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Face Fit Train the Tester course will provide those who require it, the knowledge of how to conduct face fit testing using the Qualitative method. If you provide respiratory protective equipment (RPE) to your employees, or are responsible for Health and Safety within your organisation, then it is essential that fit testing is carried out correctly and documentary evidence is recorded to demonstrate the RPE is suitable for the wearer and has passed a fit test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: even though these training courses are sometimes referred to as \"train the trainer\" they are only to provide training to allow the attendees to conduct Qualitative face fit testing, not to enable them to teach the subject themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll courses are delivered by a Fit2Fit accredited tutor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a classroom in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 8JF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf-day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eINDG 479 recommends that RPE Fit Testing should only be conducted by a trained and competent person. To be competent, the fit test operator should have adequate knowledge and have received adequate instruction and training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecent research indicates that up to 50% of all RPE used does not offer the wearer the level of protection assumed and one of the major reasons is that it simply does not fit! Yet, under the regulations RPE must be correctly selected and this includes, for many types of RPE, a face piece Fit Test conducted by a trained and competent person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Face Fit Testing a Legal Requirement?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, face fit testing is a legal requirement under various health and safety regulations. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance notes INDG 479 and HSG53 specify that if you provide Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) to your employees, you must ensure that it fits correctly. This involves conducting a face fit test, carried out by a trained and competent person, to demonstrate that the RPE is suitable for the wearer. Proper documentation of the fit test is essential to comply with these regulations and to ensure that the RPE provides the intended level of protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Face Fit Testing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFace fit testing is a method used to ensure that a respirator or mask fits the wearer correctly and provides the necessary level of protection. It involves a series of tests conducted by a trained and competent person to check the seal between the face and the respiratory protective equipment (RPE). The test ensures that the RPE is suitable for the individual wearer and can effectively prevent exposure to hazardous substances. This process includes both qualitative and quantitative methods, with the qualitative method being commonly used for half-face masks. Proper face fit testing is crucial to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and to maintain a safe working environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Perform a Fit Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you provide respiratory protective equipment (RPE) to your employees then it is essential that you have documentary evidence to show the RPE fits the wearer. By subjecting each wearer to a face-fit test you can be sure that your organisation is fulfilling the requirements laid out in the Health \u0026amp; Safety Executives (HSE) guidance notes INDG 479 \u0026amp; HSG53.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDo I Need to be Clean Shaven for a Face Fit Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is essential to be clean shaven for a face fit test. Any hair growth between the skin and the face piece sealing surface, such as stubble, a beard, or a moustache, can prevent the mask from fitting properly and compromise the effectiveness of the respiratory protective equipment (RPE). To ensure an accurate and reliable fit test, attendees must be clean shaven on the day of the test. This requirement helps guarantee that the RPE will provide the intended level of protection for the wearer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Often Should Face Fit Testing be Done According to HSE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines, face fit testing should be conducted whenever a new type of tight-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is issued, or if there are significant changes to the wearer’s facial characteristics or the RPE itself. It is also recommended to conduct re-testing at regular intervals, typically every two years, to ensure continued effectiveness. Additionally, re-testing should be performed if there are any changes that could affect the fit of the mask, such as significant weight loss or dental work. Regular face fit testing helps ensure ongoing compliance with health and safety regulations and maintains the protective efficacy of the RPE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is for trainees who want to undertake their own face fit testing programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe training includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackground to Face Fit Testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLegislation and Guidance, INDG 479\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet-up of Equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Sensitivity Test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit Test Protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePass Levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical face fit testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; Problem Solving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit Test Failures and Re-Tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanning \u0026amp; Managing a Fit Testing Program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: that RPE should be selected, maintained and used by trained and competent people, it is the employers responsibility to ensure compliance with this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEntry Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good level of written and spoken English is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersons attending MUST be clean shaven\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fit test section of the course cannot be carried out if there is any hair growth between the skin and the face piece sealing surface e.g. stubble beard growth, beard, moustache etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wearer should not eat, drink (except plain water), smoke or chew gum for at least 30 minutes before the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trainer will have a selection of masks (P1, P2, P3) with him on the day; however, if there is a specific type of mask you use then please let us know in advance and bring this with you on the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit Testing Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can provide a full face fit testing kit at an additional cost of £200+Vat. 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