A vacancy has arisen for the role of mask fit tester within the Trust.
Overview
The post holder will act as the Trust’s main provider of respiratory protection equipment face mask fit testing. Testing will follow HSE guidance on fit testing INDG479, and the tester must be trained and qualified to perform face fit testing using the quantitative method and have significant experience in providing tests. Tests will be performed at various locations throughout the Trust and may sometimes be scheduled outside normal working hours to meet the needs of a dispersed community workforce. The post holder will be the central point of contact for all mask fit testing matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan mask fit testing schedule to meet Trust demand.
- Accurately record outcomes of fit testing, including paper records, spreadsheets and databases.
- Review fit testing records to identify staff who are due for periodic retesting or who need to be tested on alternative masks.
- Screen staff to ensure they are suitable for FFP3 respirator use and testing, and that proper respirator sizing and style is used.
- Maintain inventory of respirators, testing solution, and other fit-testing supplies.
- Monitor and manage equipment used for fit testing and ensure sufficient testing equipment is available to deliver the program; arrange and coordinate calibration of Porta Count fit testing machines.
- Administer all fit-test appointments by liaising with team leads and individual staff members for appointment times and locations and administering the appointment portal.
- Periodically assist with other tasks performed by the logistics team, including liaison with staff and service users, the Trust parking service, the Trust emergency female sanitary products programme, and other duties as required.
Qualifications
The candidate must be trained and qualified to perform face fit testing using the quantitative method and have significant experience in providing mask fit testing.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth
- An inclusive and supportive working culture
- A focus on sustainability, safety and continuous improvement
- The chance to influence major estates decisions within a large healthcare trust
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