PR Newswire
National Fit Testing Services (NFTS) announced today an expanded in-service training program to help first responders and other effected health care workers meet OSHA respiratory protection standards. Any medical facility dealing with air borne infectious disease can benefit from this comprehensive on-site training program.
Fit testing of respiratory masks and devices are designed to insure a proper seal is achieved, and when directions are properly followed, users enjoy enhanced protection from those occupational diseases caused by breathing contaminated air. OSHA regulations require annual "fit testing" of all employees who are required to wear a respirator while on the job.
"National Fit Test has assembled a team of specialists to travel throughout the country and conduct comprehensive training programs to ensure OSHA compliance and more importantly, help health care facilities protect their employees," states Linda Lane, Manager of Business Development at National Fit Testing Services; she continues: "This wide-ranging service results in facilities shielding their staff from infection while shielding themselves from costly OSHA fines."
National Fit Testing Services' technicians perform both onsite qualitative or quantitative fit testing and training of employees as well as provide detailed testing compliance documentation. OSHA CFR 1910.134 mandates that the following protocols be followed in all health care facilities when exposure to air borne diseases is possible:
- Written Respiratory Protection Program
- Employee Medical Evaluations
- Annual Fit Testing AND Training
- Annual PAPR Training
- Annual Program Evaluation
- Record Keeping
About National Fit Testing Services:
National Fit Testing Services (OSHA Fit Testing Services) is a nationwide consulting service specializing in comprehensive respiratory protection programs. Our staff has over 20 years' experience with OSHA Regulations, including 4 years working with the 3M Company, Occupational Health & Safety Division in program development and delivery of fit test services to their medical client base. Our experience and dedication allows us to provide our clients with the most cost effective and consistent compliance solutions. Visit here for more information.