Face Fit testing is a method of ensuring that a facepiece or mask is tight-fitting and seals adequately to the wearer’s face. 

The performance of tight-fitting facepieces depends on achieving continuous contact between the wearer’s skin and the seal of the mask.

Before the Face Fit Testing Commences:

1.  Are clean shaven fir the face fit test – this includes any hair growth between the skin and the mask seal
2. Don’t smoke or vape, eat, chew gum or drink anything (other than water) for the 30 minutes prior to the test
3. Bring the facepiece, including any filters if used. 

The Face Fit Test

The test will consists of 7 different exercises, that are simply but will test the mask to make sure there are no leaks present. The test will take approx, 20 minutes in total.