Respiratory Fit Testing
Levitt Training & Consulting offers several services and training programs associated with Respiratory Protection. These services and training programs represent elements of an effective Respiratory Program. Attention should also be given to:
- Hazard Assessment and Recognition
- Engineering Controls
- Policy Development and Review
- Selection, Care, Use and Maintenance of Respirators
- Program Review
Levitt Training & Consulting can assist clients with each of these Program Criteria for Industrial, Commercial, Construction and Healthcare workplaces; please email training@levitt-safety.com or call (800) 268-6196 for more information.
Respiratory Fit Testing Services Overview
Levitt Training & Consulting fit testers are extensively trained on and closely adhere to the latest CSA standards as they relate to Respiratory Protection. All qualitative and quantitative protocols are strictly followed and with respect to qualitative testing only Bitrex® is used as a challenge agent while all quantitative tests are conducted with TSI's PortaCount® Plus Respiratory Fit Tester or the PortaCount® Plus Universal System.
Quantitative Fit Testing (QNFT)
Max # of Participants: 12 / half day or 24 / full day
The objective of QNFT is to ensure an effective seal when using a tight fitting face piece (respirator).
Topics Covered The following topics are covered during a QNFT: proper donning and doffing of the respirator; performing seal checks; care, use and maintenance of the respirator and defining the differences between N-Series, R-Series, P-Series respirators as well as half and full face respirators.
Any person who is required to wear a tight fitting face piece during the course of their normal day to day duties, or any person who is required to wear a tight fitting face piece for emergency response activities should be fit tested to ensure an effective seal.
All participants who successfully complete the fit test are provided with a wallet card indicating the respirator fitted and its size. The employer will receive a “record of training” in the form of a fit test report they can keep on file.
Qualitative Fit Testing (QLFT)
Max # of Participants: 40 / half day or 80 / full day
The objective of QLFT is to ensure an effective seal when using a tight fitting face piece (respirator).
The following topics are covered during a QLFT: proper donning and doffing of the respirator; performing seal checks; care, use and maintenance of the respirator and defining the differences between N-Series, R-Series, P-Series respirators as well as half and full face respirators.
Any person who is required to wear a tight fitting face piece during the course of their normal day to day duties, or any person who is required to wear a tight fitting face piece for emergency response activities should be fit tested to ensure an effective seal.
All participants who successfully complete the fit test are provided with a wallet card indicating the respirator fitted and its size.