INDG479(rev2) Guidance on respiratory protective equipment (RPE) fit testing

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Guidance on respiratory protective equipment (RPE) fit testing

This guide gives advice on fit testing for the employer and those conducting fit tests. It provides information on:

• fit test methods;
• what can be achieved from a fit test; and
• the core details to be included in a fit test report.

Following this guidance is not compulsory and you are free to take other actions to comply with the requirements of the law. But if you do follow the guidance you will normally be doing enough to comply with the law. Health and safety inspectors seek to secure compliance with the law and may refer to this guidance as illustration of good practice.
HSE does not approve nor recommend any particular fit testing equipment. Any equipment included in this guidance provides representative information.