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Respirator Fit Test

Respirator Fit Testing

Ensure all respirators (such as N95 masks) required for work, research, or education at the 好色先生 of Medicine are being worn appropriately, securely, and safely.  This includes affirming a proper seal between the mask's facepiece and the wearer's face to prevent contaminated air or hazardous substances from penetrating the respirator and being inhaled.

Target Audience

Any individual affiliated with the 好色先生 of Medicine (students, faculty, staff, etc.) whose role requires them to wear a respirator.  A fit test should be conducted:

  1. When the user receives a new respirator or facepiece, and
  2. Every year following the initial fit test with the same respirator or facepiece.

Fit Testing Requirement

  1. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
  2. Make sure your department has provided you with a NIOSH-approved respirator before being fit tested, and that you have it with you.
  3. Do not eat or drink 30 minutes prior.
  4. Individuals must be clean-shaven. No mustache, beard, or stubble should be grown past/below the chin. This will interfere with the respirator seal.

Contact Us

Shaka Rucker
Safety Specialist
Tel: (404)756-6668
Cell: (505)374-6683
Email: srucker@msm.edu