When should I wear a disposable respirator?

When should I wear a disposable respirator?

A disposable respirator should be worn:

when in a moldy building, such as after a flood

when visiting or caring for someone in the hospital with tuberculosis

if recommended during an outbreak of influenza (“flu”) or other infection

if recommended by your doctor

if required in your workplace

Some people may choose to wear a disposable respirator when doing dusty work in the yard or home.

Is a disposable respirator the same as a surgical mask?

While disposable respirators look similar to masks used during surgery and other medical procedures, the two are designed for very different purposes. Surgical masks are primarily made to keep particles breathed out by the wearer – for example, saliva or mucus – from contaminating the work environment. Respirators, on the other hand, protect the wearer against potentially hazardous particles created by the work environment.

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