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N95 Health Care Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask The N95 Particulate Mask offers Anthrax Protection - N95 Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask - Regular size. The N95 Mask is a particulate respirator and surgical mask that is NIOSH approved as a Type 95 respirator. N95 Respirators are, at a minimum, 95% efficient in filtering against particles 0.3 MICRONS and larger. Suggested Applications of The N95 Mask: TB exposure control (meets CDC guidelines) Laser and electrocautery surgery N95 Surgical Mask Product Benefits: NIOSH approved as a Type N95 respirator to meet OSHA requirements and CDC guidelines for TB exposure control. Can be used during laser surgery, electrocautery and other procedures using powered medical instruments to help reduce wearer exposure to airborne particles generated during these procedures. >99% BFE (Bacerial Filtration Efficiency determined by the modified Green and Vesley test method) against wearer-generated microorganisms Fluid resistant to help reduce potential exposure of the wearer to the spray, spatter and aerosol of blood and body fluids. Does not contain either natural rubber latex or dry natural rubber as components in the product or its packaging. Available in regular and small sizes to fit a variety of face shapes and sizes. Respirator includes a soft inner shell for greater comfort against the face. Hypoallergenic to reduce chance of allergic reaction. Warning: This respirator helps protect against certain particulate contaminants but does not eliminate exposure to or risk of contracting any disease or infection. Misuse may result in sickness or death. For proper use, see your supervisor or call 3M OH&ESD Technical Service at 1-800-243-4630. Important Message to Consumers from 3M: The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, or NIOSH, is the government agency responsible for testing and certifying respirators. Currently NIOSH is providing the public with the following information. We believe that additional definition and changes are likely to occur as NIOSH and other government agencies formalize their recommendations. NIOSH does not currently test and certify respirators for use against chemical or biological warfare agents. The respirators are currently tested and certified for hazardous industrial contaminants and applications. In discussions with NIOSH, they suggest using either an air purifying half facepiece respirator (that is one that fits over the nose and under the chin) or an air purifying full facepiece respirator (one that fits over the eyes and under the chin) with P100 (high efficiency) filters for dusts and other solid airborne contaminants and a cartridge for organic vapors and acid gases. These respirators can only be used for escaping from an area and not longer-term exposures. They are also not effective with high concentrations of these agents. Since these respirators do not supply oxygen, they cannot be used in oxygen deficient areas. There are other very important considerations you need to be aware of regarding use of respiratory products for chemical or biological agents. The type and concentrations of these agents will be unknown, therefore it may not be possible to select the most appropriate respirator. In addition, Respirators reduce, but do not eliminate exposure to chemical or biological agents. Respirators do not eliminate the risk of contracting illness, disease or infection. Some chemical warfare agents are not effectively filtered by industrial charcoal cartridges. There may be no obvious warning in the event of release of biological or chemical agents. Respirators may help protect your lungs; however, some chemical agents may be absorbed through the skin or eyes and other protective equipment may be required. Without proper decontamination, materials could create a hazard by bringing the agent into the home. NIOSH does not currently certify respirators for use against chemical or biological warfare agents. It is als... Less