I believe the fit testing protocol asks for them to be tested sitting, standing and moving around/bending at the waist to ensure the seal is good, and that they can perform duties while using the mask without leaks.

Tara

From: MCOH-EH [mailto:mcoh-eh-bounces+tdockery=oceanbeachhospital.com@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Spangler, Mary
Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 5:07 PM
To: MCOH/EH <mcoh-eh@mylist.net>
Subject: Re: [MCOH-EH] respirator fit testing procedure

We do standing as well.

Take 3 minutes to watch this doodle on sharps safety.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpm_7pNn5GM&feature=youtu.be

Mary Spangler, M.S., N.P., COHN-S

Administrative Director, Occupational Health Services

Stanford Health Care & Stanford Children’s Health Care

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From: MCOH-EH [mailto:mcoh-eh-bounces@mylist.net] On Behalf Of Hinman, Ashley
Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 7:07 AM
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Subject: Re: [MCOH-EH] respirator fit testing procedure

We do standing for all testing exercises.

Thanks,

Ashley Hinman, RN MSN

Nurse Clinician, Employee Health Clinic

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

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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

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