Providing the highest level of protection out of all face masks, not only do Full Face Masks provide respiratory protection, but they also provide eye protection. A form of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), full face masks are respirators designed to protect wearers from harmful gases, vapours, particles/particulates, fumes, dust, mist and also Coronavirus (COVID-19). Our full face masks, manufactured by 3M, BLS and Climax, are generally equipped with either one or two filters and made from either Thermoplastic or Silicone, to comfortably fit over the user’s mouth and nose, as well as a face visor that protects the user’s eyes and face. It also has several key components including an inhalation valve and exhalation valve, a facepiece and a head harness. The protection it offers, depending on the type of filter it is equipped with, allows it to be used within a number of industries and applications, such as Construction, Dental, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical, Welding, Drilling, Agriculture, Woodworking, Chemical Processing/Handling, Medical, Manufacturing, Spray Painting and DIY.
Maintenance:
To maintain the safety and integrity of a face mask, a number of steps must be taken. Before usage, the respirator should be inspected for any damaged or incorrectly fitted parts and if necessary should be replaced. Parts that should be regularly inspected include the face seal, valves, head harness and straps. After usage, it is recommended that the face mask is cleaned (including the filters), filters removed, if possible, and the mask stored in a safe uncontaminated place.
Face Fitting:
Before a Full Face Mask is used, it is important to make sure it is correctly fitted, otherwise, its effectiveness may be compromised. A user should not enter a contaminated area with an incorrectly fitted mask, or any type of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) for that matter. Wearers can use either positive pressure face fit checks, or negative pressure face fit checks, depending on the type of filter their mask is equipped with.