Rebekah McCutcheon

What is a mask seal check, and are they actually reliable? A mask seal check (also known as a fit check) is a quick, user-performed check to confirm that a respirator has been put on correctly and that there are no obvious leaks around the face seal. However, while seal checks are useful for identifying obvious issues at the time of donning, they are not a reliable method for confirming proper fit and cannot replace formal fit testing. They should be used as a daily check, not as a measure of...

This article it to cover what to expect during your mask fit test, your safety is our priority. Every breath you take matters.

Qualitative fit testing relies on the wearer’s senses (pass/fail), while quantitative fit testing uses a machine to measure leakage and provide an objective result, making it the more accurate and reliable method, especially for higher-risk work. THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER RESPIRATOR FIT TESTING Ensuring a proper respirator fit is critical for workplace safety, especially in industries where exposure to hazardous airborne particles, chemicals, or infectious agents is a daily risk. Whether you...