Workforce Respirator Fit Testing
24/7 On-Site, In-House & Mobile Testing Australia-Wide
Ensure your team’s safety and compliance with professional Respirator Fit Testing from FitTick. We provide expert Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) fit testing services Australia-wide, helping businesses meet legislative requirements and protect workers in high-risk environments.
With 24/7 availability for in-house, on-site, or mobile testing, we deliver flexible solutions that work around your schedule.
What is Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Fit Testing?
FitTick’s Respirator Fit Testing ensures the right mask, the right fit, and the right protection for every worker. Respirator Fit Testing checks that a mask (disposable or reusable) forms an adequate seal against the wearer’s face, protecting them from airborne contaminants such as dust, chemicals, silica, asbestos, or infectious particles.
We test all styles, brands, and models of masks across industries including:
- Healthcare
- Automotive
- Mining & Quarrying
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Pharmaceuticals
- Masonry
Why is Respirator Fit Testing Important?
Duty of Care
Ensure every employee has the correct PPE fit for their role, even when combined with other equipment like safety glasses, earmuffs, or helmets.
Risk Management
Identify risks early - such as incorrect mask use, poor maintenance, or facial hair interference - and prevent safety breaches before they happen.
Ongoing Compliance
Meet Australian Standard AS/NZS 1715:2009, which recommends respirator fit testing at pre-employment, onboarding, or at least annually, or when physical or equipment changes occur.
Respirator Fit Testing Procedure
FitTick’s expert process ensures fast, accurate, and consistent testing with minimal workplace disruption.
A brief pre-test health check assesses any conditions that may affect fit.
Clear instructions are provided to ensure employee comfort and understanding.
Each participant completes a 7-step test simulating typical workplace tasks (breathing, movement, talking, bending).
Results are discussed immediately. Employers receive digital records the same day. FitTick Cards are issued within a week.
Flexible Respirator Fit Testing Options Australia-Wide
In-house
We offer In-house testing at our office in Adelaide, South Australia.
Mobile Testing Booth
Please provide a suitable parking area for our mobile testing booth. While the testing environment is controlled, high dust levels such as from nearby manufacturing plants can impact test accuracy.
Mobile Pop-Up
Onsite
For onsite testing, we require a lockable room or office (approx. 20sqm) in a quiet, clean area with at least two power points, a table, and two chairs. Avoid offices near dust or airborne contaminants, as they can affect test results.
Offsite
We’ll set up a testing facility close to your worksite or in a convenient location for your workforce (e.g. CBD). Please ensure employees are informed that the test will be conducted offsite.
Tips to Prepare for Your Respirator Fit Test
Be clean-shaven (mandatory for tight-fitting masks)
Tie back long hair
Bring your own mask (if applicable)
Avoid coffee or smoking for 1 hour prior
FitTick Card and Respirator Fit Testing Results
Every participant receives a durable FitTick Card confirming testing compliance, including the date and retest due date.
Employers receive:
- Digital test records for employers and employees
- Immediate results post-assessment
- Secure database with automated reminders for retesting