Respirator Fit Testing

• Certificate of Completion: Immediate download upon passing.
• Approximate Duration: 2hr 30min.
• Validity: Recognized across all Canadian provinces and industries.
• Exam Requirement: A score of 80% is required to receive your certificate. Retakes allowed if needed.

Course Topics

• Purpose and importance of respirator fit testing.
• Types of respiratory protection: disposable, half-face, and full-face masks.
• Difference between qualitative and quantitative fit testing methods.
• Pre-test medical evaluations and facial hair policies.
• Step-by-step procedures for performing a proper fit test.
• Understanding assigned protection factors (APF) and limitations.
• Recordkeeping and regulatory compliance requirements.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Workers required to wear tight-fitting respirators on the job.
• Health and safety professionals overseeing respiratory protection programs.
• Supervisors in construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and hazardous environments.
• Individuals preparing for in-person fit testing certification.

Course Features

• 100% online and mobile-accessible training content.
• Detailed video demonstrations and fit test walkthroughs.
• Knowledge checks and exam to validate understanding.
• Instant access to your certificate upon passing.
• Fully aligned with CSA, WorkSafe, and NIOSH standards.

Compliance Standards

• CSA Z94.4 – Selection, Use, and Care of Respirators.
• Canadian Labour Code and provincial OHS regulations.
• NIOSH and OSHA best practices for respirator use and testing.
• WorkSafeBC, WSIB, and healthcare-specific compliance policies.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the importance of proper respirator fit for safety.
• Differentiate between testing types and their applications.
• Perform or prepare for effective fit tests following legal guidelines.
• Support a compliant and protective respiratory program at your workplace.