Mask Fit Tester

at  Loyalist College

ABOUT LOYALIST

Loyalist College is built upon the lands governed by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. We affirm and thank the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg and Huron-Wendat nations for their continued caretaking of the land. At Loyalist, we empower our students with wraparound support services and hands-on training to succeed on any path they choose. Our academic programs are responsive and innovative, designed to solve pressing social and economic challenges and meet the evolving needs of our regional industry and community partners. Our graduates enter the workforce equipped with the knowledge they need to be better global citizens, and with future-focused skills to lead change in their fields. With a presence in Belleville, Bancroft, Port Hope, Tyendinaga and Toronto, we believe our institutional responsibility extends beyond the classroom to seeing the big picture for the communities we serve. Our expertise in applied research and deep connections to local industry support economic development, to the benefit of businesses, entrepreneurs, changemakers and innovators. Our commitment to decolonization, and the pursuit of a more inclusive, equitable world, means we hold ourselves accountable to the diverse perspectives, cultures and experiences that shape our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Experiential Learning, the Mask Fit Testing supports the College’s students by following fit test procedures to ensure that respirators fit to an individual’s face to provide respiratory protection against harmful pathogens.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a Qualitative Fit Testing course (QLFT) from a recognized industry provider (e.g., 3M, PSHSA, etc.)
• A minimum one (1) year post-secondary education in a related field (e.g. Certificate, diploma, or degree in Occupational Health & Safety)
• Proficiency with both quantitative and qualitative fit testing method
• 1 year experience in a health and safety role preferred
• Detail oriented and precision focused
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for students and staff
• Excellent communication skills
• Work independently
• Ability to work non-standard hours occasionally
  Please note:
  Following an offer of employment, candidates with Canadian credentials will be required to provide official transcripts from the granting educational institution(s); candidates with international credentials must provide World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org/ca evaluation (at their own cost) confirming Canadian equivalency of their credentials.
  Loyalist is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive college community. We encourage and welcome applications from marginalized and equity seeking groups. Loyalist College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you have accommodation needs, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to humanresources@loyalistcollege.com.
  We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

• Conduct fit testing to CSA Standards
• Educate participants on respirator mask donning and doffing, etc.
• Ensure that information required is recorded for tracking purposes
• Report to the Director of Experiential Learning when supplies are needed to ensure continuity of workflow
• Ensure the fit test appointments are booked and tracked as outlined in the booking tool
• Ensure ACCUFIT machine quality assurance measures are maintained
• Share completed fit testing lists with Placement Coordinators program coordinators for NAR sign off for placement
• Collaborate with all Placement Coordinators and programs requiring fit testing for clinical placement
• Sanitize/disinfect testing room and equipment
• Make appropriate consultation around decisions related to cultural and other considerations in the mask fit testing process
• Other duties as assigned