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Face-Fit Testing

Quantitative and qualitative RPE face-fit testing, delivered on your site across the UK, ensuring your respiratory protective equipment actually protects your workforce.

A respirator that doesn’t seal properly offers little real protection, whatever the box says. Face-fit testing confirms that the specific mask, on the specific person, actually forms an effective seal, which is why HSE guidance expects it wherever tight-fitting RPE is relied on.

We deliver both qualitative and quantitative testing on-site, working through your team efficiently and keeping clear records for your compliance file.

Who this is for

  • Construction, demolition and refurbishment workers using RPE
  • Manufacturing and processing staff exposed to dust, fume or vapour
  • Healthcare and care staff requiring FFP3 mask fit testing
  • Employers needing records for a new starter, new mask type, or annual retest

What's included

Testing covers the specific make and model of mask each worker will use, using the appropriate qualitative (taste/odour) or quantitative (particle-counting) method. Each person receives a pass/fail result with full documentation for your records, and practical advice if a different mask size or model is needed.

The difference
The clinician who carries out your assessment makes the clinical judgement and writes the report, so the reasoning behind it is genuine, not templated.
Questions

Face-Fit Testing FAQs.

Qualitative or quantitative, what’s the difference?
Qualitative testing relies on the wearer detecting a taste or odour if the seal fails, suitable for disposable and some half-mask respirators. Quantitative testing uses a particle-counting machine for a more precise, numerical result, required for tighter-fitting RPE and some regulated environments.
How often does face-fit testing need repeating?
HSE guidance recommends retesting periodically, and always when there’s a change of mask model, significant facial change, or if the wearer changes.
Can you test a whole team in one visit?
Yes, we schedule visits to test your whole team efficiently in a single site visit wherever possible.
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