FACE MASK SELECTION GUIDE

Your ability to make timely and accurate choices is critical. When you have the right information at your fingertips, you can make smarter decisions, faster.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT MASK

Protection Over Preference

Safety is everyone’s concern but your mask choice is your own. With all of the key facts and safety factors in mind for facial protection, you can select an ASTM-rated mask that is right for you and protects the best.

Choose the right Mask
Follow the Leaders

Follow the Leaders

ASTM International sets the preferred international standard in healthcare for best practices inclusive of testing and requirements for performance of materials.

The FDA, who oversees the sale and marketing of all surgical masks, recommends that manufacturers demonstrate mask performance in 4 areas:

Fluid Resistance
Differential Pressure
Filter Efficiency
Flammability

The “4 Fs” Of Selecting the Right Mask

*Use ASTM standards to support choices around Filtrations and Fluid Resistance

Filter It

When you’re around smoke or are interacting with a TB-infected patient, properly protect yourself with a high filtration mask (N95 Respirator).

Filter It

Fluid Resistance

When at risk of encountering blood and/or bodily fluid splatter, wear the recommended ASTM Level 3 fluid-resistant mask and get the best protection for the OR.

Fluid Resistance

Features

Securement – loops or ties (mask with ear loops are not recommended for the OR)

Anti-fog film, foam and tapes reduce distractions from fogging issues

Shields and protective eyewear keep eyes clear of blood and splash.

Features

Fit

Even the right mask not worn correctly could put you at risk. Nose and mouth must be covered completely. Create a seal around the face to prevent gaps that increase the risk of inhalation exposure.

Fit

Still Undecided?

The difference in protection between a Level 2 mask and a Level 3 mask is minimal. When it is solely a matter of micromillimeters, level up your mask selection and get the best protection with an ASTM Level 3 mask. When the risk is unknown or too great to ignore, level up your mask selection and get the best protection with an ASTM Level 3 mask.

MAXIMUM FILTRATION

Indicated for use when treating patients with airborne diseases such as coronavirus, TB or influenza.

N95 NIOSH Approved

LEVEL 3

Ideal for procedures where heavy to moderate amounts of fluid, spray and/or aerosols are produced.

KN95 Level 3

LEVEL 2

Ideal for procedures where moderate to light amounts of fluid, spray and/or aerosols are produced.

Surgical Mask Level 2

LEVEL 1

Ideal for procedures where low amounts of fluid, spray and/or aerosols are produced.

Surgical Mask Level 1

LOW PERFORMANCE

Ideal as a comfortable substitute for ear-loop face masks, this mask is a simple physical barrier ideal for exams and visitations or for dry, short procedures that do not produce fluid, spray or aerosols.

MINIMUM PERFORMANCE

Ideal as a simple physical barrier for exams and visitations or for dry, short procedures that do not produce fluid, spray or aerosols.

MINIMUM PERFORMANCE
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