Fit Testing Gold Coast
If you operate a business in or near the Gold Coast that uses Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE), you may need to implement a program to assess whether there is an adequate seal periodically.
Fit Testing is an integral part of occupational health, as any leakage could lead to tragic results.
Why Get Fit Testing on the Gold Coast?
Both the AS/NZS-1715:2009 and the COVID-19 risk guidelines indicate the importance of Fit Testing for RPE, but it isn’t widely applied. By implementing a fit testing program from a reputable company such as RED OHMS Group, you are investing in the health of your workers.
Our Fit Testing program:
– uses science and engineering to assess worker exposure to dangerous fumes
– designs an implementation process and control strategies
– limits illnesses and poor health due to inhalation of toxic fumes
What to Expect During Fit Testing on the Gold Coast
One of our expert technicians will start by setting up the testing equipment and the respirator being tested will be fitted with fit testing probes that will render the mask unusable.
The test subject may then be asked to perform a series of common tasks that happen on the job, such as bending, moving the head from side to side, or talking. The technician will be performing a visual test during this, to ensure an adequate seal is maintained throughout.
If the fit test fails, it may be that the respirator needs adjustment, or that a new respirator is needed. If the test is passed, the technician will perform a quick training run-down on the proper use of the equipment, to ensure the test subject is fully informed of safety protocols associated with RPE use.
Why Choose RED OHMS Group for Fit Testing in the Gold Coast?
RED OHMS Group utilises science to provide stakeholders with best practice tools to improve the health and welfare of workers, visitors and the community. Book a group fit testing session today and let us help keep you compliant.
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