Face Fit Training for In-House Capability
Face Fit Training
At RPE Face Fit Solutions, we offer Face Fit Training for organisations that prefer to handle Face Fit Testing for their own employees or contractors.
Our Qualitative "Train the Tester" course (often mistakenly called "Train the Trainer") is a hands-on, interactive program delivered exclusively by Fit2Fit-accredited testers. We ensure all attendees feel confident and comfortable in conducting and recording Face Fit Tests, including troubleshooting and identifying poorly fitted or maintained RPE.
We provide all necessary equipment for training, including test kits, templates, masks, and more—so all we need from you are enthusiastic and willing learners!
Training Locations & Options
On-Site Training Across the UK – Ideal for organizations that require training at their own premises. This option is best suited for companies with larger teams needing training at once.
Open Courses Available – Cost-Effective for Small Groups! – If you only need training for one or two individuals, our open courses are a great alternative. Instead of us traveling to your site, trainees can attend a scheduled course at one of our convenient locations:
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Birmingham – Covering the Midlands and surrounding areas
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Basildon – Serving the South of England
This option helps keep costs lower while still providing the same high-quality training.
Let us know which option works best for you!
RPE Face Fit Solutions - Mask Mate Creators
Another reason to trust RPE Face Fit Solutions for your training needs is Mask Mate—not only do we subscribe to it, but we designed and developed it!
If you’re new to Mask Mate, it’s your one-stop app for all face fit testing needs. This powerful tool provides clear, step-by-step instructions with visual guides using an interactive avatar, ensuring that every test is carried out accurately and efficiently.
But that’s just the beginning! With Mask Mate, you can be:
✅ Confident that all your testing requirements are met and that your business remains fully compliant.
✅ Consistent in delivering step-by-step training. Our easy-to-follow, self-guided instructions ensure that both new and experienced trainers provide accurate and reliable face fit testing results every time.
✅ Digital and paperless—Mask Mate enables you to record all your face fit testing data and wearer details effortlessly, while also sending automated reminders when it’s time for a retest.
More Than Just an App—A Complete Solution
Mask Mate doesn’t stop at testing! It automates certificate generation, allowing you to email results to third parties instantly. Plus, it sends training reminders to ensure compliance is maintained over time.
While Mask Mate is available as a White Label solution for other subscribing companies, why settle for an imitation when you can trust the original innovators? Choose RPE Face Fit Solutions—the team that created Mask Mate and is committed to delivering excellence.
Choose the innovators. Choose reliability. Choose Mask Mate.
What Does the Course Cover?
Our Face Fit Testing Training courses are centred around the HSE’s INDG479 guidelines, supported by the Fit2Fit Companion and HSG 53. The course covers the following topics:
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Common workplace hazards
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Potential health consequences related to these hazards
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RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment) Selection
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Inspection of RPE
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Proper donning and doffing procedures
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Pre-use checks
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Fit test theory and limitations
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Performing a fit test using the relevant equipment and diagnostics
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Introduction to applicable legislation, ACOPs, and guidance documents
This interactive and practical course ensures that your staff are both competent and confident in performing face fit tests on a range of RPE. It also serves as excellent preparation for the BSIF Fit2Fit assessment.
We offer two options:
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Internally certified course
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A more in-depth BSIF Fit2Fit approved “Train the Tester” course, one of the few providers to offer this certification.
This course is ideal for small groups or individuals and is delivered by experienced, enthusiastic Fit2Fit accredited face fit testers. Learners are required to demonstrate their competence through both theoretical and practical assessments before certification is awarded.
The course can be delivered either onsite (if a suitable room is available) or at one of our centres.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to be Clean-shaven to attend?
Anyone wearing tight-fitting RPE should be clean-shaven where the mask seals to the skin, as stubble or facial hair can create a barrier and reduce its effectiveness. However, since this is a training course, our focus is on ensuring you feel comfortable and confident in conducting a Face Fit Test. Being clean-shaven is not a requirement for attendance.
Do I Need to Bring Anything With me?
No, we provide all the training materials and Face Fit Test Kits for training purposes. However, if you don’t already have a kit, you’ll need to order one to conduct your own testing after completing the course. All we ask for are enthusiastic and willing learners!