Tight-fitting masks and respirators are ineffective unless they fit properly. Foley & Baugh are trained face-fit testing experts serving Norfolk and Suffolk.
Making sure respiratory protective equipment performs as intended is critical to safeguarding health. Even the highest-quality mask will fail if contaminated air can pass through gaps around the seal. In the vast majority of cases, this loss of protection is caused by poor fit. For a tight-fitting mask to work effectively, it must sit securely against the wearer’s face and maintain a reliable seal throughout use. That’s where face-fit testing comes in.
Because no two faces are the same, respiratory protection cannot be treated as a standard, off-the-shelf solution. Differences in facial shape, size and features mean that a mask which suits one person may be completely unsuitable for another. This is why face-fit testing plays such an important role in selecting the right equipment and confirming that it genuinely offers protection. Our face-fit testing services help ensure that each individual is matched with RPE that works for them.
Face-fit testing should not be seen as a one-off exercise. It is required whenever a wearer is issued with a choice of suitable tight-fitting masks, and the exact make, model, type and size that passes the test should then be clearly recorded and made readily available. Where people use more than one style of tight-fitting facepiece, each option must be tested separately, with sufficient supplies of the correct sizes kept in stock to avoid unsafe substitutions.
Foley and Baugh provide professional face-fit testing in Norfolk and Suffolk. Our Fit2Fit-trained testers have the knowledge and practical experience to carry out qualitative face-fit testing on all types of tight-fitting facepieces. Alongside testing, we also offer clear, practical advice on selecting suitable masks and filters to ensure protection is appropriate for the hazards present.
We understand that flexibility matters for businesses. Face-fit testing can be arranged at our Great Yarmouth base, or we can attend your site to test groups of six or more people at your own premises. This approach helps minimise disruption while ensuring your workforce has the correct respiratory protection in place.
Contact us today on 01493 659026 or email hello@foleyandbaugh.co.uk
