Prioritising Safety: Face Fit & Medical Assessments in UK Construction
At Romax Solutions, we know that safety is the foundation of every successful construction project. From operating heavy machinery to working at height, every role on site comes with risk. That’s why ensuring workers are fit for the job—both physically and through the right protective equipment—is non-negotiable. Two of the most important elements in this are Face Fit Testing and Medical Assessments.
Why Face Fit Testing Matters
Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) only works if it fits the wearer properly. Face Fit Testing ensures that masks create a secure seal, protecting workers from hazardous dusts, fumes, and airborne contaminants often present on UK construction sites.
Legal requirement: The HSE mandates that all workers using tight-fitting RPE undergo Face Fit Testing.
Worker protection: Without testing, even high-quality masks may fail to protect.
On-going compliance: Retesting is needed if workers change their facial hair, lose/gain weight, or switch mask types.
At Romax Solutions, we help employers access certified Face Fit testing services, ensuring operatives are safe and compliant before stepping on site.
The Role of Medical Assessments
Construction is physically demanding. Medical assessments make sure workers are fit to carry out their duties safely and effectively, while protecting both them and their colleagues.
Common checks include:
Hearing and vision tests – crucial for operating machinery and working in noisy environments.
Respiratory health – ensuring workers can safely wear RPE.
Musculoskeletal checks – identifying risks from manual handling.
General health screening – spotting conditions that may put workers or projects at risk.
Medical assessments are increasingly required by principal contractors across the UK, particularly for safety-critical roles.
Romax Solutions: Supporting Safety & Compliance
We recognise that keeping workers safe is about more than supplying PPE—it’s about proactive compliance and care. That’s why we work with trusted providers to ensure every candidate we supply is:
Face Fit tested
Medically assessed where required
Ready to work safely from day one
By handling this upfront, we save contractors time, reduce project delays, and ensure full compliance with HSE regulations.
Final Word
Face Fit Testing and Medical Assessments aren’t just box-ticking exercises—they’re life-saving measures. At Romax Solutions, we make it our mission to deliver not only the right people for the job, but people who are properly protected and ready to work safely.
Because for us, safety isn’t optional—it’s essential.
