{"product_id":"face-fit-train-the-tester-sutton-coldfield","title":"Face Fit Train the Tester in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands (Classroom)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFace Fit Train the Tester in Sutton Coldfield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Face Fit Train the Tester course runs at the Vesey House training centre in Sutton Coldfield, delivered by PGL Midlands. It is taught by Fit2Fit-accredited testers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately four hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassroom-based and tutor-led, combining theory with hands-on practical training and an end-of-course practical assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Attend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth and safety officers and RPE coordinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacilities management and site supervisors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal trainers and compliance officers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction and engineering site managers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccupational health and HR staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone appointed to carry out face fit testing in the workplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo prior testing experience is required, though a basic knowledge of RPE helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy face fit testing is needed and what the HSE requires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypes of RPE and how they work, tight-fitting against loose-fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOSHH, INDG 479 and HSG 53\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQualitative against quantitative fit testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimitations and suitability of different mask types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance, record keeping and troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe legal responsibilities of testers and employers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetting up a qualitative face fit test step by step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity solution screening and taste threshold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunning a full fit test with Bitrex or Saccharin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDonning, doffing and the test exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-time coaching on technique and delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording, feedback and documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAssessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn end-of-course practical assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCertification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PGL Midlands Certificate of Competence in Face Fit Testing, in line with Fit2Fit, INDG 479, HSG 53 and BSIF recommendations. Note this is a provider certificate: the trainers are Fit2Fit accredited, but the course itself is not a Fit2Fit-accredited scheme. It is a strong foundation if you intend to pursue Fit2Fit certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRenewal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefresher training is recommended every two to three years, or sooner following changes to legislation, RPE type or test protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course covers qualitative testing only — the taste-based method used for disposable FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3 masks and half-face reusable respirators. Quantitative testing using equipment such as a Portacount, required for full-face RPE, is not included. Face fit testing is legally required under COSHH wherever tight-fitting RPE is used, and is implied by the asbestos, confined space and lead regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Courses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare every \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/face-fit-courses\"\u003eface fit testing course\u003c\/a\u003e. Working with asbestos? Face fit awareness is covered within \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asbestos-cat-b-non-licensed-removal-sutton-coldfield\"\u003eNon-Licensed Asbestos Work (CAT B)\u003c\/a\u003e at this venue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PGL Midlands","offers":[{"title":"4 November 2026","offer_id":58428830220632,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18 December 2026","offer_id":58428830253400,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7126\/7672\/files\/PGLMidlands_0cc278e9-bf62-474f-867e-5895bbded665.png?v=1788958623","url":"https:\/\/www.envicourse.com\/products\/face-fit-train-the-tester-sutton-coldfield","provider":"envicourse.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}