Two types of fit testing

Qualitative:

  • Method whereby a respirator worn by a test subject is challenged using a substance to be detected by taste or smell
  • Applicable to disposable dust masks and half masks

Quantitative:

  • Methods using ambient particle counting (APC) or controlled negative pressure (CNP)
  • APC method applicable to disposable, half, and full face masks
  • CNP method applicable to half and full face masks

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