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Adopting the International Standard for Fit-Testing Procedures in Your Country

For years, many countries were lost when it came to writing their own standards for mask fit testing. What is mask fit testing? And why do it? These are all questions that would arise daily in a multitude of safety segments in every country. Due to health concerns for local employees, many countries in the world have become a part of an International Standards Organization (ISO) to help them better understand common health concerns and how to combat them.
 
In this article we have tackled the who, what and why for you so every piece of information can be found in one place.
 
We’ve included the important excerpt from the ISO Standard 16975-3 Part 3 “Fit Testing Procedures”. Additionally, in this document, you will learn:
  • Guidance on conducting a fit testISO_Regulations_book_image
  • Specific protocol to determine the effectiveness of a mask seal
  • Quantitative fit testing method with the OHD Quantifit ®
As you begin writing your country’s standards, we would highly recommend adding the standard 16975-3 not only to be compliant with one of the world’s most rigorous standards organization, but for YOUR employees safety.

By filling out the form, you can download a copy of the ISO Standard: 16975-3, ISO - Respiratory Protective Devices - Selection, Use and Maintenance.

  

Download Part 3: Fit-Testing Procedures