N95 Respirator fit testing appointments are for those who are at high risk for exposure to airborne infectious agents/materials.FIRST,  ensure that you have verified with your manager that you are assigned to perform tasks which place you at high risk for exposure to airborne infectious agents/materials. Please also ensure that your department does not already have a separate group session arranged.Prior to attending a session, you must verify that your medical clearance is on file with Occupational Health Services (OHS).  If you were fit-tested within the last 12 months, it is likely that you have medical clearance on file with OHS. If you are unsure, contact Occupational Health Services at 415-885-7580, or complete the OHS questionnaire, Respirator Clearance form, fax it to OHS at 415-514-5614 for clinical review, and wait 24-48-hours to attend one of the scheduled sessions.Individuals must be clean shaven to be fit tested, and in general to wear an N95 or any other type of tight-fitting respirators; facial hair is only permitted if it does not cross the sealing surface of the tight-fitting respirator. For additional guidance on facial hair, please visit the NIOSH/CDC website. If you need training for a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR/CAPR), please review:     a)  UC Learning Center for PAPR Training Video (Log-in and search for PAPR), or     b)  Manufacturer’s instructional videos available at UCSF Health Safety Office website.After watching the training videos, schedule a regular appointment and complete the paperwork mentioned above. If needed, you may also perform hands-on training during your appointment. For PAPR fitting appointments at Mount Zion, please sign-up only for the last session of the day.