Face fit training is all about ensuring the safety and efficiency of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) in the workplace. Face fit training is a way to ensure the correct selection of masks for workers who need to wear RPE and to be sure that the mask being used fits correctly. This ensures adequate protection for wearers of respiratory protective equipment from hazardous substances and other risks.
Face fit RPE is a vital way to protect employees and relies on ensuring a tight seal between the mask being worn and the wearer's face. There must be continuous contact between the mask and the skin of the face, and this is a skill that must be taught and learned correctly. If RPE is not fitted correctly and fit tested, there is a risk of harm to the wearer.