THE HSE RELEASE OF A VIDEO ON THE FACEFIT RESPIRATOR DEMONSTRATOR MODEL (FFRED)
In partnership with the British Safety Industry Federation (BSFI), the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a refreshed version of a video on the FaceFit Respirator Demonstrator model (FFRED).
The video is for tight-fitting Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE). It provides information for workers and their employers about:
- why it is important for individuals to have face fit tests for tight-fitting masks, such as disposable filtering face pieces (FFPs) and reusable half-face mask types
- the importance of it having a good seal to the face
The video also shows workers what happens if the respirator does not fit properly, for example:
- if the straps or nose clip are not tightened or not in the correct position
- if it has ear loop straps
- if you are not clean shaven
- if it is damaged
- you are wearing other personal protective equipment (PPE) on your head which interferes with the mask
You can watch the video on the FaceFit Respirator Demonstrator model (FFRED).
If you require further information, or guidance in relation to this subject, please contact KGS Ltd via email: [email protected] or Tel: 01443 740306.
Written by Daniel Prosser, MSc CMIOSH L4DipFRA OSHCR
Health, Safety and Wellbeing Professional