Portacount Training
Competent Fit Test Operator Training - TSI Portacount
RPA are TSI Channel Partners and Portacount Training Partners for the UK. With over 10 years experience of Face Fit Testing we provide TSI-authorised training, technical backup and fit test consultancy services for Portacount users throughout the UK. All our trainers are experts in RPE Fit Testing and have a wealth of experience of practical fit testing with every type of mask.
Competent TSI Portacount Fit Test Operator Training is a Full Day course aimed at those who require an in-depth knowledge of Face Fit Testing using the TSI PortaCount. This course covers the Competent Fit Test Operator criteria set out in HSE282/28 but also includes many additional practical elements including troubleshooting, how to plan and manage a fit test program and an advanced practical session. |
Course Outline
Morning Session
Background to Face Fit Testing
Legislation and Guidance, HSE282/28
Installation and Operation of Equipment
Sampling from the Facepiece
Fit Test Protocols and Pass Levels
Set-up and Running Procedures
Afternoon Session
PRACTICAL FACE FIT TESTING
Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
Fit Test Failures and Re-Tests
Planning& Managing a Fit Testing Program
Data Handling and Storage
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Operator Training
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Information Document HSE 282/28, recommends that RPE Fit Testing should only be conducted by a trained competent person. To be competent, the fit test operator should have adequate knowledge and have received adequate instruction and training in the following areas:
- Regulations and Guidance
- The Purpose and Applicability of Fit Testing
- Procedures for Selection of Adequate and Suitable RPE
- Fit Factors and Protection Factors
- Examination Procedures for RPE, Identification of Maintenance Problems
- Correct Donning Procedures and Pre-Use Fit Checks
- Qualitative and Quantitative Face-Fit Testing
- Sampling from the Facepiece
- Diagnostic Checks on Equipment
- Correct Fit Testing Procedures, Purpose of the Fit Testing Exercises
- Problem Solving
- Capabilities and Limitations of the Fit Testing Equipment
- Interpretation of Results
Our Respirator Face Fit Training courses are both theoretical and practical. They aim to give candidates the skills and knowledge to meet the requirements of HSE282/28 for Competency of Fit Testing Operators.
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Upcoming Courses
Portacount Training
27th January 2012
24th February 2012
23rd March 2012
Qualitative Fit Test Training
27th January 2012
24th February 2012
23rd March 2012
Fit2Fit Coaching
26th January 2012
23rd February 2012
22nd March 2012
RPE Training
27th January 2012
24th February 2012
23rd March 2012
We are happy to arrange
on-site training courses
for
3 or more delegates anywhere in the UK.
Please contact us for details
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