I have them standing the whole time as that is the position they will most likely be in while wearing the mask.

April Tainter RN

Employee Health Nurse

ThedaCare Medical Centers-Shawano/New London/Waupaca

P 715-701-0168

F 715-524-9983

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From: MCOH-EH [mailto:mcoh-eh-bounces@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Reichen, Catherine
Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 8:56 AM
To: mcoh-eh@mylist.net
Subject: [MCOH-EH] respirator fit testing procedure

What is your practice for respirator fit testing exercises – do you have the employee sitting or standing?  The OSHA standard states that the first 5 postures need to be completed in a standing position but the last (bending over) does not clarify the posture.

Thanks

Cathy Reichen, PT, DPT

Manager, Center for Occupational Health

Glens Falls Hospital

Glens Falls, NY 12801