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Coronavirus staff guidance University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Booking fit test training

Last updated: 27 January 2023 at 11:04

If you are a member of staff working in areas that require FFP3 respirator masks, please access the fit checking quiz on Moodle, then follow the link to book the practical session of fit testing.

Please ensure that you 'show all events' when looking for a suitable slot, and that you only have fit testing on the order to allow you to proceed.

If you are a student or new starter without a Payroll number, please get in touch:

Email: FitTesting@uhb.nhs.uk

You will be provided with all of the information required for the test e.g. bring your glasses with you if you wear them to work, and to avoid smoking or vaping before the test.

Please note: it is not possible to provide a compliant fit for an FFP3 respirator mask if you wear a head covering such as a turban, or if you have facial hair. You can, however, wear a respirator hood.

You should still attend a fit test to allow the Team to discuss when to use respiratory protection with you and they will then update your Easy Learning records.

For more information on respirator hoods, see the related pages.

You should be fit tested again if:

  • You have lost/gained a significant amount of weight, causing your face to change shape
  • You have had nasal/dental/facial surgery which has changed the shape of your face
  • There have been changes to the make and/or model of the mask that is available

You should also be fit tested every two years for each type of FFP3 mask you are wearing. If you do not believe you have had a session within that time frame for a specific mask the Trust utilise, you must get a fit test booked in.

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