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RESPIRATORY                                                                                                              FACE FIT TESTING



            PROTECTION


            PROGRAMME




                                                                                                                                                 COMPULSORY TRAINING                       LEADING PROVIDER
                                                                                                                                                Training in the proper use and care of respirators   Alpha Solway had the first ‘Fit2Fit’ accredited fit
                                                                                                                                               has been mandatory in the COSHH (Control of   test provider. 'Fit2Fit' is recognised within HSE
                                                                                                                                              Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations since   282/28 Fit Testing Guidance Notes.
                                                                                                                                             1989. The 2002 revision of the COSHH regulations
            THE ALPHA SOLWAY RESPIRATORY PROTECTION                                                                                         and the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP) now   The scheme confirms the competency of a particular
            PROGRAMME (ARPP) IS DESIGNED TO HELP COMPANIES                                                                                  require that fit testing of Respiratory Protective   individual to perform face piece fit testing, by
            THAT SEEK THE ASSURANCE THAT THEIR WORKFORCE                                                                                   Equipment (RPE) be carried out.                 ensuring they have passed an industry recognised
            HAS ADEQUATE AND SUITABLE RESPIRATORY                                                                                                                                          exam and demonstrated a thorough knowledge of
                                                                                                                                         Only respirators that are loose fitting and rely on airflow
            PROTECTION FOR THEIR ENVIRONMENT.                                                                                           through the device are exempt e.g. powered helmets.   how to fit test in one or more of the test methods.
            Many factors are considered as part of the ARPP. Working alongside Health and
            Safety professionals, we will ensure that a compliant solution is specified, one
            that includes protective masks correct for the individual, task and environment.
            The resulting solution will be tailored precisely for your organisation.                                                                                   FACE FIT TESTING KIT



                                                                                                                                       The Alpha Solway Qualitative Face Fit Testing
                                                                                                                                       Kits enable wearers of negative pressure
                                                                                                                                       half masks and disposable respirators to be
                                                                                                                                       Fit Tested correctly and economically. Four
                                                                                                                                       variations of the Kit are available depending on
            The starting point is for an in-depth analysis to be conducted by one of our highly experienced                            whether bitter or sweet sensitivity solutions are
            respiratory protection specialists as part of a simple, but effective five step approach:                                  required and with a choice of cases. All are easy
                                                                                                                                       to use and supplied with full instructions. Spare
                                                                                                                                       parts are available to order upon request.


               1              2               3              4               5                                                               QLTK1            QLTK1P            QLTK1S           QLTK1SP

                                                                                                                                             1 x Hood         1 x Hood          1 x Hood         1 x Hood
                                                                                                                                          12 x 2.5ml Bitter   12 x 2.5ml Bitter   12 x 2.5ml Sweet   12 x 2.5ml Sweet
                                                                                                                                        Sensitivity Solutions  Sensitivity Solutions  Sensitivity Solutions  Sensitivity Solutions
                                                                                                                                        12 x 2.5ml Bitter Test   12 x 2.5ml Bitter Test   12 x 2.5ml Sweet Test   12 x 2.5ml Sweet Test
                                                                                                                                            Solutions         Solutions        Solutions         Solutions
              HAZARD            TASK         CORRECT         FACE FIT     TRAINING AND                                                     2 x Nebulisers   2 x Nebulisers    2 x Nebulisers   2 x Nebulisers
             ANALYSIS        ANALYSIS        PRODUCT          TESTING     ENGAGEMENT                                                       Instructions      Instructions     Instructions      Instructions
                                            SELECTION        SUPPORT                                                                       Supplied in a   Supplied in a Durable   Supplied in a   Supplied in a Durable
                                                                                                                                          Cardboard Case     Plastic Case    Cardboard Case     Plastic Case





             For the latest updates about any respiratory legislation and to get personal advice about your
             specific respiratory requirements please contact us today:
                                                                                                                                         TRAIN THE            Alpha Solway experts can also conduct ‘Train the Trainer’ courses.
             Tel: +44 (0) 1461 202 452     |     Email: sales@alphasolway.com                                                              TRAINER            These are designed to enable companies to carry out the Fit Testing
                                                                                                                                                              of wearers with complete confidence. Contact us for more details.





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