If members of your workforce are required to wear a respirator as part of their PPE, your business needs a documented Respiratory Protection Program.
This training package is designed for businesses that are required to provide respiratory protective equipment to their staff. In order to ensure that respirators are used correctly in the workplace. Standard AS/NZS 1715:2009 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protection equipment, states that a business must have a documented Respiratory Protection Program, (RPP) in place. The RPP defines the policies and procedures your organisation will follow with regards to the use of respirators in the workplace.
Standard AS/NZS 1715:2009 provides an outline of the requirements for a proper Respiratory Protection Program, but how does a business go about creating a program that is suited to their organisation? This training program will take you through all the steps, from program outline to completed package, providing you with training guidelines and documentation templates that you can contextualise to suit your business needs.
Remember, fit testing is just one aspect of your business’s obligations with regards to respiratory protection. KINNECT Training has designed this program to take you step by step through the requirements that are outlined in the Standard to create a robust Respiratory Protection Program that is a reflection of your business’s commitment to respiratory safety in the workplace.
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Very happy with the program. Stephanie was amazing. She is highly knowledgeable and passionate about her subject! Her teaching manner makes everything easy to retain and understand.
Jennifer T.
December, 2022
Great course, very clear online materials. Excellent presenter. I have good confidence in performing fit testing now.
Dominic C.
December, 2022
It was an excellent course all round. The online and face to face was easy to understand.
Ian L.
March, 2023
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Contact usWhy choose this program?
KINNECT Training has worked closely with AIOH and Resp-Fit to bring the highest quality respirator fit test training to you. Now, we take a complicated process of policy development and break it down into easy-to-manage stages that you will be able to quickly implement in your workplace. Without a documented Respiratory Protection Program, fit-testing alone does not meet the requirements of the Standard. Are you prepared for an audit? Let KINNECT Training help you to create your Respiratory Protection Program.
What you will learn
A Respiratory Protection Program requires a number of aspects, all of which must be addressed and documented. Each section is to be addressed in depth, and relevant documentation templates provided where appropriate. A program requires documentation of policy and procedures and management responsibilities, and then coverage of the individual aspects of the program, including –
- How to select a program administrator, included what skills and experience they will need.
- How to provide an appropriate selection of RPE for your workplace to ensure the highest number of successful fit tests amongst staff that are required to wear a respirator.
- How to create a contexualised medical screening document to help protect your workplace against liability.
- Development of a training program to ensure your workers know how to properly use and maintain respiratory protection equipment
- Procurement and distribution recommendations for both disposable and reusable RPE
- Procedural recommendations to ensure your staff are complying with RPE requirements in your workplace
- Information on maintenance and disposal requirements for RPE
- Record keeping requirements, including templates and information on contextualising records to suit your workplace.
- Recommendations on annual audits and program evaluations.
The KINNECT Training Guarantee
KINNECT Training wants you to be confident and capable in your role in developing and maintaining respiratory protection programs. Your access to this program will continue for 12 months from enrolment. If you completed a face to face or webinar program with your organisation, you will have access the online program for 12 months following your date of training.
Consultation is available with a member of our RESP-FIT accredited team, if required. Contact KINNECT Training for more information.
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The Respiratory Protection Program requires approximately 3 hours to complete online or via face-to-face delivery. The time frame for the development of the program itself will depend on the complexity of the needs of the business.
The following options are available for your training –
Online Program
- Online theory via the KINNECT Training LMS – approximately 3-4 hours to be complete.
- Immediate access by following the enrolment links on this page.
Face-to-Face, Onsite and Webinar Programs
- Full program delivered face to face at one of our public training venues, on-site wiiht your organisation or via webinar. Approximately 3 hours to complete depending on class size and program discussions.
- In-house programs can be provided nationally at any site. Please contact KINNECT Training on 1300 591 548, on support@kinnecttraining.com.au or via the enquiry form on this page for a training proposal.
Statement of Completion
Students who successfully complete this program will receive a Statement of Attendance for their records.
Upon completion of this course, your business will have the tools and the knowledge required to produce and implement a documented Respiratory Protection Program that meets or exceeds all the requirements within the Standard. Don’t let your next safety audit catch you unprepared. Enrol today to gain the skills and knowledge to create an effective Respiratory Protection Program for your business.
Who Is This Program Designed For?
This program is intended for those responsible for the implementation and management of a respiratory protection program in their workplace. This includes, but is not limited to, PCBU’s, Safety Managers and Advisors, Respirator Fit Testers, Safety Representatives, Infection Control Managers.
No prerequisites for entry but the course requires the ability to read, comprehend and discuss complex documents including legislation. There are no physical capacity requirements.
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FAQ’s
Why does my business need this program?
Employers who decide to use respiratory protection to help lower worker exposures to hazardous airborne contaminants must follow all requirements of the AS/NZS 1715:2009 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protection equipment, including having a written respiratory protection program.
Can’t we just do fit-testing to meet the requirements of the Standard?
No, the Respiratory Protection Standard AS/NZS 1715:2009 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protection equipment, “Where respiratory protection equipment is required to be worn a written respiratory protection program shall be established”.
Where do I start after I complete this training?
You will start to build your program during the training! We will provide you with outlines, guidance and templates for you to contextualise to suit the needs of your business. We train you to start at the beginning, instead of putting the cart before the horse.
Is this a program that I can just “plug and play” for my company?
No, this is a guide which will enable you to create a bespoke program for your company. It includes templates and forms which may require contextualisation.
Will this program meet all the legal requirements for my company?
Our program information is general in nature. It will provide you with guidance on creating a program that reflects current best practice in Australia. This information needs to be applied to the context of your organisation to ensure you are addressing the specific needs of your business.
Is this a nationally recognised course?
No, this is not a Nationally Recognised “Unit of Competency”. Completion of this program will result in the issue of a Statement of Attendance.
When does fit testing need to be done?
Fit testing must be carried out:
- before wearing a tight-fitting respirator for the first time;
- whenever a new model of respirator is used;
- if there is a change in the individual already assessed (eg excessive weight gain or loss).
What’s the difference between qualitative and quantitative respirator fit testing?
Qualitative fit testing is a method that can be used to test RPE up to a required fit protection factor of 10X. This test is suitable for any disposable, half-face reusable and half-face PAPR respirators. It cannot be used to test full-face respirators. The cost for the equipment is relatively low, and this type of testing can be done just about anywhere, although a well ventilated area is recommended.
It relies upon the wearer’s ability to detect a safe aerosol by taste. The results are, therefore, subjective and may not be reliable. There is a risk of test subject deception. The testing method can be time-consuming, as a single test can take 20-25 minutes to conduct properly, and each subsequent test will take the same amount of time. This test can cause some physical discomfort to the test subject as they must be tested inside a hood enclosure. If a test subject cannot taste the challenge agent (sweet or bitter solution) they cannot be tested using this method, nor can subjects who have adverse reactions to the solutions.
Quantitative Fit testing is suitable for testing disposable and reusable half masks and full-face masks, including PAPR respirators. This test is done by using a particle-counting instrument that will accurately measure the particle count inside the breathing zone of the tight fitting respirators and compare it to the particle count outside the respirators to give a numeric score. It can be used to test RPE to any required level of protection. It is completely objective, and there is no chance of test subject deception. The test itself can be conducted in under 10 minutes. The machine also provides a screening stage in order to avoid testing a poorly fitted respirator. It is considered to be the most reliable way to undertake a quantitative fit test.
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Go to the enrol now section, select your course type and fill out all your details. You can also call us on 1300 591 548 or email support@kinnecttraining.com.au.
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If you have chosen the online option you will be granted immediate access to the Learning Management System. If you prefer face-to-face training, we will be in contact to provide a quote and further details.
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Enjoy your online or face-to-face course! Be ready to take notes and access valuable documents. After the course you will be given access to our knowledge base, so you can stay updated with all the relevant industry information.