Face Fit Certificate – Course & Certification
The Face Fit Certificate Course provides learners with the knowledge and practical assessment required to ensure Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) fits correctly and provides effective protection.
Delivered by Alternative Training, this course ensures workers understand the importance of RPE in protecting against airborne hazards such as dust, particulates, gases, and other workplace contaminants. The training meets legal requirements under COSHH and helps employers fulfil their duty to provide suitable respiratory protection.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
Workers required to wear RPE on site
Site operatives, supervisors, and team leaders
Employers or designated staff responsible for RPE compliance
Anyone needing to confirm correct fit for respiratory protective equipment
The course is suitable for learners with no prior face fit testing experience.
What You Will Learn
By completing this course, learners will gain knowledge of:
The purpose and legal requirements of face fit testing
Types of respiratory protective equipment and how to select the correct mask
How to correctly fit, adjust, and wear RPE
Common faults, failures, and issues with RPE use
Practical assessment of mask fit for individual face shapes
Maintaining compliance with COSHH and workplace safety standards
Note: Face Fit training does not replace full respiratory protection training but ensures masks provide adequate protection for short-term use in line with other control measures.
Course Delivery & Assessment
Course format: Tutor-led practical and theoretical training
Assessment: Face fit practical assessment and knowledge check
Duration: Half-day for individual fit testing; one day for Train-the-Trainer course
Certification: Face Fit Certificate
Certificates confirm successful completion and competency in RPE fit testing.
Why Choose Alternative Training?
At Alternative Training, we provide high-quality, industry-focused health and safety training across Scotland.
Our Face Fit courses ensure learners are competent in selecting and using RPE safely, meeting legal requirements and protecting site teams from airborne hazards.
We are committed to providing:
Experienced and qualified tutors
Practical, hands-on instruction
Clear guidance on compliance with COSHH and site safety regulations
Supportive learning environments
Progression & Next Steps
On successful completion of this course, learners can:
Safely wear RPE and confirm correct mask fit
Support colleagues and site teams in RPE compliance
Progress to Face Fit Train-the-Trainer courses to become a competent person for RPE assessment on site
Ensure legal and workplace safety requirements are met
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