All personnel conducting fit testing are expected to be familiar with the information in this entry as well as the information provided in the additional resources section following.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dayton MMRS has long recommended use of Qualitative Fit Testing <\/strong>(QNFT) for N-95 Respirator Masks procedures (as opposed to Quantitative), in part because quantitative fit testing of disposable N-95 Masks (using equipment such as a PortaCount) is a destructive test, requiring that a hole be punched in the mask. With QNFT, the person can keep the mask for use on a run. With 4,000 EMS personnel in our region, Qualitative fit-testing saves a lot of masks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Have each person who is fit-tested, use a soft-tipped pen (e.g., a “Sharpie”) to write the person’s name on the mask. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n They can keep that mask and use it “in the real world” to care for a patient when indicated. Document that the patient received a mask, including make and model. <\/strong>We also continue to recommend use of renewable PPE resources such as PAPRs when possible. Some PAPRs provide a higher protective factor, and PAPRs reduce respiratory work for the wearer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, remind your personnel to place a surgical mask (not an N-95) on the patient.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n According to OSHA, NIOSH, CDC, and the World Health Organization (WHO), properly fitted and worn N-95 Masks protect against Avian Influenza, SARS, and multiple other agents. Dayton MMRS recommends that partner agencies maintain an appropriate cache of Respiratory PPE. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We offer the following recommendations concerning N-95s:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n CDC Frequently Asked Questions about Personal Protective Equipment<\/a> (new window)<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3M Instructional video on the Qualitative Fit Test process<\/a> (new window)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fitting Instructions for the 3M Respirator<\/a> (new window)<\/p>\n\n\n\n ODH & OHA Immediate Actions for the Conservation of Personal Protective Equipment <\/a> (new window) <\/p>\n\n\n\n Release of Stockpiled N95 Filtering Facepiece Respirators Beyond the Manufacturer-Designated Shelf Life: Considerations for the COVID-19 Response: https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/release-stockpiled-N95.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Recommended Guidance for Extended Use and Limited Reuse of N95 Filtering Facepiece Respirators in Healthcare Settings https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/niosh\/topics\/hcwcontrols\/recommendedguidanceextuse.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators: Crisis\/Alternate Strategies – Crisis\/Alternate Strategies https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/hcp\/respirators-strategy\/crisis-alternate-strategies.html<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" All personnel conducting fit testing are expected to be familiar with the information in this entry as well as the information provided in the additional resources section following. 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