FitTick - Spirometry Testing
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Spirometry Testing
A spirometry test, in combination with other tests such as fit tests or audiometric tests, can be used to ensure that the health of a worker is not affected by their workplace and that provided PPE is working properly. We recommend an audit as part of pre-employment or onboarding checks and then periodically (for example annually).
FitTick helps companies operating in areas such as stonemasonry, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing or mining, to become and stay compliant with Australian standards and industry regulations.
Spirometry testing is recommended and regulated under the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA).
Lung function Test
A spirometry test is a lung function test that shows how well a person is breathing. Also called pulmonary function testing (PFT), it is a common respiratory performance evaluation used to determine or monitor the lung function of workers in certain areas or industries. It is a simple test that measures the volume and speed of air while breathing.
Whether your organisation is large or small, employers and safety professionals must protect employees from potential risks they might be exposed in the workplace. In higher-risk industries such as mining, pharmaceuticals, healthcare and manufacturing, it is vital for employers to monitor the potential impact of day-to-day exposure to hazards such as dust and airborne chemicals.
Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA)
Chapter 7, Division 6, Number 368
Why Spirometry testing?
Risk Management
Spirometry testing should be conducted as part of your risk management profile , where employees may be exposed to increased levels of dust or other airborne hazards.
Workplace safety
Frequent testing will highlight any changes in single or groups of employees with changes in the lung capacity giving companies the ability to to make changes to avoid costly loss of productivity whilst caring for their employees.
Australian Standard
Testing should occur at least every 12 months so any change in lung capacity is recorded. Safework SA recommends "lung function tests" to be part of the ongoing health monitoring process of workers exposed "to certain substances as part of your work".
Spirometry Test Procedure
The participants details are entered into the spirometry equipment.
Participants are asked a series of questions to determine if there are any medical conditions that may affect their testing.
The participant is then instructed on how to take the spirometry test.
The test is conducted. The participant is asked to breath through a Spirometer multiple times and with different intensity e.g.
- Normal breathing
- Exhaling fast
- Exhaling slow/long
Once the test is complete the FitTick technician will review and discuss the results with the participant and will answer any questions
FitTick Spirometry Assessments can be carried out mobile on-site, in-house in one of our offices or at a pop-up testing locations through-out Australia.
Our team of technicians use state-of-the-art equipment and a simple, standardised process to reduce the time per test to a minimum (approx. 15min p.p.) and to assure that all test are done under similar conditions.
Pop-Up
We offer pop-up testing at your workplace or anywhere Australia-wide at a suitable location.
Mobile Booth
Our purpose-built and calibrated testing booth is available throughout South Australia.
How to prepare for your
Lung Function Test
Participants are asked not to smoke for one hour before test
Please do not to drink alcohol within four hours of test.
Please do not eat a large meal within two hours of test.
Please do not perform vigorous exercise within 30 minutes of test
Please not take your puffer for a few hours before the test unless absolutely necessary.
Fit testing Results
Our testing device (spirometer) produces an electronic file of the test and its result. A print-out will be handed out or electronically sent to the employer. A copy of the file will be stored at our premises for the employer to request copies of the results in the future.
Request a Quick Quote or book online
We are happy to provide you with a custom quote, however for one-off tests or low amounts of tests (less than 10) please book online.