Public Sessions: Mask Fit Testing for Individuals
Individuals can register BELOW in a group session in the Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph, Cambridge area.
Individuals can register below in a prescheduled group session
We will be adding additional Kitchener/Waterloo locations in the future.
To register for mask fit sessions in Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan and Hamilton area, please click HERE to register.
We certify on N95 masks (mostly used by healthcare professionals), and reusable “rubber” 1/2 face and full-face respirators (mostly used in commercial/industrial work). There are images below with an example of an N95 disposable mask followed by another image of a “1/2 face” reusable respirator.
GROUP SESSION SCHEDULE
We perform Qualitative Fit Testing (QFLT) which is Occupational Health and Safety (OHSA) approved. This certification program meets the requirement for mask fit testing under the Canadian CSA-Z94 standard (use and care of respirators). We offer mask fit certifications with high-grade medical and industrial grade N95 disposable masks and 1/2 face reusable respirators and also perform fit testing on masks and respirators for corporate clients.
Getting a mask fit test done is easy for individuals! Our mask fit test dates are listed on this page. Simply 1) REGISTER for a date and 2) select and an available APPOINTMENT TIME.
Session Capacity Limit: There are limited spots per session.
Session Duration: 1 Hour. Once you pass the certification, you will receive a 2-year certification card before you leave the session.
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| Mask Fit Testing Kitchener (Rockway) -Select time slot | Rockway Centre (Community Services) |
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Individual Mask Fit Test Fee
Individual Fee (with “Bring your own” N95 / 1/2 face respirator): $49.00 (plus HST) Mask
Types: N95 mask, half-face respirator, full-face respirator
*** ATTN: Medical Professionals/Students ***
Need a 3M N95 medical-grade mask?
Please bring $20.00 (exact change) to your session. We will fit you to the appropriately sized mask.
3M Masks on supply: 1870+, 1860, 1860s, 9210+, 8210, 1804s, 8110s, 9105s
Certification: 2 years (OHSA)
Certification Details and Participant Information
- Every 2 years, employers/schools that require employees/students to protect themselves from contaminated airborne particulates must provide a respirator mask fit test certification with the appropriate mask or respirator (i.e., N95, ½ face mask or full-face mask).
- The certification covers, the mask, inspection, limitations, proper donning, seal check, doffing, and disposal, certification.
- All participants MUST be clean-shaven for respirator mask fit testing (NO EXCEPTIONS!). See facial surfaces.
