Portacount Quantitative Face-Fit Reassessment
Update and reinforce your skills in quantitative face fit testing for tight-fitting respirators using TSI Portacount equipment. You will refresh your understanding of RPE selection, testing procedures and result interpretation, as well as maintain competence in operating Portacount machinery safely and accurately.
• Introduction to health and safety in face fit testing
Key health and safety considerations, course objectives and the role of face fit testing within respiratory protection programmes.
• Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) selection
How RPE is selected in line with risk assessment requirements and how correct selection supports effective fit testing outcomes.
• Face fit testing guidance and regulations
The purpose of face fit testing, relevant guidance and regulatory requirements, and how quantitative and qualitative methods differ.
• TSI Portacount set up and operation
How to set up, operate and carry out diagnostic checks on TSI Portacount equipment prior to testing.
• Preparation for face fit testing
The steps required to prepare for testing, including ensuring conditions are suitable for accurate and repeatable results.
• Conducting face fit testing exercises
How to carry out standardised face fit testing exercises during quantitative testing and apply them across different respirator types.
• Test completion and procedures
How a full quantitative face fit test is conducted from start to finish using Portacount equipment.
• Interpreting fit test results
How to interpret pass and fail results and understand what they indicate about respirator fit and performance.
• Troubleshooting and corrective actions
How to identify and resolve common issues affecting fit test outcomes and apply corrective actions where poor fit is identified.
• Equipment limitations
Understanding the limitations of quantitative face fit testing equipment and factors that may impact accuracy.
• Assessment
Written test and question session completed at the end of the course.
How to prepare
• Participants must be clean shaven around the facial area at the time of testing
Classroom-based theory combined with practical, instructor-led exercises using TSI Portacount equipment. The course reinforces safe practice in respiratory protection, including equipment setup, testing procedures and result interpretation.
Learners who require a refresher in quantitative face fit testing for tight-fitting respirators using TSI Portacount equipment and who need to maintain competence in line with current guidance and practice.
Delegates must hold a valid Portacount fit-test training certification.