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Comprehensive Respiratory Protection Testing Solutions
Respirators and masks protect emergency responders from airborne hazards, including environmental, chemical, and biohazards. Regular and proper fit testing is crucial for safety. TSI® provides leading respiratory protection testing solutions to help you make informed, data-driven decisions. Enhance your respiratory protection program's efficiency and effectiveness with TSI solutions that support your team's safety and compliance with standards.
What is Respirator Fit Testing?
Fit testing evaluates the seal between a respirator and the face, identifying gaps or leaks. It confirms if a mask provides the necessary protection. Proper fit testing helps to ensure respiratory protection levels are achieved.
Quantitative and Qualitative Fit Testing
Quantitative fit testing (QNFT) is the most accurate method, using data to calculate the fit factor. PortaCount™ equipment measures the fit during exercises, providing step-by-step guidance and easy report generation. Qualitative fit testing (QLFT) is subjective and relies on the user's senses. FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software provides visual guidance for consistent and correct testing.
Produkte
PortaCount™ Respirator Fit Tester 8040
PortaCount™ Respirator Fit Tester 8048
Qualitative Fit Testing with FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software
Respiratory protection programs in public safety face unique challenges. Different mask models, shifting assignments, and time constraints require a fit testing approach that is fast, consistent, and easy to document. Respirator fit testers deliver quantitative data that helps program leaders verify fit, reduce retest frequency, and maintain accurate records for audits and training.
Fit testing supports many use cases:
Quantitative testing provides numerical fit factors that help confirm whether a specific mask-user combination can achieve the intended performance under proper conditions. Automated pass/fail criteria and guided exercises simplify the process for both testers and wearers, reducing human error and variance between sessions. Many systems include integrated recordkeeping and barcode workflows to align masks, users, and test dates.
Program managers benefit from dashboards that track expirations, retest due dates, and trend analysis. With clear reporting, agencies can demonstrate program adherence to internal policies and support compliance with applicable standards and guidelines such as OSHA 1910.134 and NFPA recommendations. Training modules and quick-reference guides help bring new testers up to speed, which is essential during onboarding or surge staffing.
Operational reliability matters. Ruggedized components, easy-to-service parts, and validated procedures help reduce downtime. Accessories like adapters and probed respirators expand compatibility across a wide range of mask models. Integration with scheduling and HR systems creates a streamlined experience for personnel and administrators.
A strong respiratory protection program is built on repeatable processes, documented results, and practical training. Modern fit testers help agencies achieve these goals while minimizing disruption to everyday operations. Connect with TSI to match the right tester, accessories, and software workflow to your mission requirements.
