Fit Testing

HSE282/28 - Fit Testing of Respiratory Protective Equipment Facepieces

This HSE Information Document is the standard reference document for facepiece fit testing in the UK and gives practical guidance on the purpose, suitability and methodology of fit testing. This guidance is aimed at employers, RPE wearers and the fit test providers and may also be used as an illustration of 'good practice' by Health & Safety Inspectors. The Information Document contains information about both Qualitative and Quantitative procedures and provides general advice and guidance regarding practical fit testing and troubleshooting.

HSG53 Respiratory Protective Equipment at Work - A Practical Guide

This book provides essential guidance for the correct selection and use of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) in the workplace, in order to comply with the law. It tells when you can use RPE, using a simple step-by-step approach. This helps you to decide the right level of protection for a given hazardous substance and how to select the right RPE for the particular wearer and the working environment. This is done using the RPE Selector, and its use is illustrated by worked examples. It also describes significant misuses of RPE and how to prevent them and has advice on how to ensure that the selected RPE keeps working effectively.

RPA Introduction to Fit Testing

This document contains a list of 'frequently asked questions' regarding both Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Testing. Includes advice on beards and stubble, repeat test requirements, which types of masks require fit testing and lots more. We continue to add to this document with further advice based upon the questions we get from our clients on a daily basis and if there are any changes to legislation / guidance.