It is important that all people who work within healthcare, manufacturing and other industries where there is potential danger from airborne contaminants and pathogens that they become fully aware of why N95 mask fit testing matters. It is well documented that the proper use of respirators – we often refer to these as ‘masks’ or “n95 masks’, save lives and protect the user from unnecessary airborne risks. What is seldom less talked about is what you should expect from your training provider and what you should leave feeling comfortable about after your Mask Fit Testing.
We often hear from our customers how detailed and thorough our instructors are when providing N95 Mask Fit Testing training. At Synergy Gateway, we take our training programs extremely seriously and make sure that every participant leaves feeling 100% confident in their ability to use a respirator when the time arises. This is the reason why our training classes last the full 30 minutes and why we limit the instructor to participant ratio’s. We don’t believe in cutting corners to maximize profits, we are 100% dedicated to ensuring each N95 Mask Fit Testing participant is confident and well informed about their potential risks and advantages of proper respirator care, use and selection.
What should be included your training program:
- Use of Respirators
- Selection of Respirators
- Care of Respirators
- Donning and Doffing Techniques
- User Seal criteria
- Personal safety
- Why it is important to use Respirators
- Regulations
To prepare your Mask Fit Testing you should:
- Not eat, drink or smoke 30 minutes prior to your N95 Mask Fit Test
- Men, you should be clean shaven
- Women, you should remove makeup
- Arrive on time
*it is critical that you follow the preparation guides for your mask fit testing session, as they are set by the Canadian Standards Association and in accordance with CSA Standard Z94.4-11
What you will experience during your N95 Mask Fit Test:
- Theory lesson
- Taste Test
- Practical lessons on the importance of N95 respirators
- Basic exercises (bending forward/backwards, head movement, speaking exercise, breathing exercises)
- 25-30 minutes of testing
What you should receive after your N95 Mask Fit Test:
- Training certificate
- Record of testing managed by provider
- N95 respirator to practice with at home
Where to get your training:
The availability of N95 Mask Fit Testing in Ontario is quite limited. There are very few providers in Ontario that conduct daily N95 Mask Fit Testing. There are even fewer that provide cost effective solutions. There are even fewer that have the volume and experience of Mask Fit Testing like Synergy Gateway. We provide easy to use scheduling options:
Individual N95 Mask Fit Testing (5 days a week) – Click Here
Group N95 Mask Fit Testing (7 days a week) – Click Here
The choice for your Mask Fit Testing training can be a difficult decision. That is why we urge you to visit through our site and educate yourself about your options and choices. We have the experience of over 100,000 people and can make your mask fit testing experience a positive one!
