Face Masks
Face masks are designed to provide a protective barrier that covers a person’s nose and mouth. They may be used to protect the wearer, those in proximity to the wearer, and the environment that they are worn in, but they should not be used in lieu of OSHA-standard respiratory protection. Face masks may be single use or reusable, constructed of various materials (including but not limited to polypropylene, polyethylene, SMS, or cotton), and are specifically suited for general-purpose use, medical/procedural tasks, or cleanroom environments. Specific usage information can be found at the individual product level.
Single-use face masks feature a one-ply, two-ply, three-ply (most common), or four-ply, pleated configuration and cover the wearer’s nose and mouth. Masks may be secured with earloop, headband, or tie-on fastenings. Most face masks will feature a flexible nose bridge to adjust and improve fit, and some may also include an attached, clear face visor for eye protection.
Reusable face masks are generally sewn from washable fabrics such as three-ply cotton or cotton/polyester, and feature earloop or tie-on fastenings. Some of the fabrics may feature antimicrobial protection, fluid repellency, and moisture-wicking properties.
General-Purpose Face Masks
Single-use or reusable face masks provide protection from germs transmitted through coughing, sneezing, and talking. These face masks are NOT approved for surgical or medical use.
Medical/Procedural Face Masks
Single-use face masks worn by medical and healthcare personnel protect against large droplets, splashes, and sprays of bodily and other hazardous fluids. These face masks also protect patients from the wearer’s respiratory emissions. Medical/procedural face masks should be selected based on the level of protection required for intended use. The degree of protection is indicated by ASTM F2100:
- Level 1: Low risk, operatory cleaning/maintenance, x-rays
- Level 2: Emergency room, changing dressings, lab work with exposure to blood
- Level 3: Surgery, major trauma first aid, use of laser devices
Cleanroom Face Masks
Single-use face masks and veils protect the wearer from harmful contaminants and eliminate worker-induced contamination entry within controlled environments. They provide high particle filtration and may have special packaging to ensure sterility. Cleanroom veils provide extra face and neck protection with secured elastic strap or snap-fastening options to complement cleanroom hoods.
National Safety Apparel™ DRIFIRE™ 4.4™ FR Three Layer Mask with Nose Wire
Flame resistant 3-layer mask with nose wire is designed to discourage touching of the nose and mouth as well as to decrease the spread of airborne particles from coughing or sneezing.
Poltex Bulk Earloop Mask Disp Mount
Holds a stack of bulk earloop masks. Slanted internal ramp helps to feed masks toward the front. Durable, cleanable PETG construction. Choose from VHB tape mount (very high bond tape included), or magnet mount (powerful magnets included).
Keystone Cleanroom Products Cleanroom Face Masks, Gamma Irradiated with Tyvek™ Side Extension
Sterile cleanroom facemasks feature an tyvek side extension for additional protection. Available with ties or double elastic headband fastening.
Poltex Anti-Fog Surgical Mask Holder-2 Visual Management
Visually manage two boxes of anti-fog surgical masks.
Poltex Visual Management Mask Box Holder
Holds one box of masks in use, and 2 back up boxes
S-Curve™ Face Mask Dispenser with Hinged Lid
Smooth finish dispenser holds earloop face masks and can be freestanding or wall-mounted for convenience purposes.
Poltex Stand Mount Mask Box Dispenser
This Stand Mount Mask Box Dispenser comes in two sizes and is mounted on a steel stand.
Poltex Earloop Mask Dispenser
The Earloop Mask Dispenser holds a stack of bulk earloop masks.
Poltex Mask Box Holder with Lock and Key
Holds a box of ear loop masks, while keeping the contents secure with a key lock.
Valutek™ 3-Ply Polypropylene Face Masks with Round Earloops
Disposable 3-ply face mask is constructed from non woven pleated, 7 x 3.5 in. rectangular, glass-free polypropylene material with a malleable flat aluminum noseband.
Poltex N95 Face Mask with Shield Dispenser - Sliding Door, Front Load, Wall Mount
Front load holder for both a N95 mask box and face mask with shield holder. Fits halyard fluid shield 2 (62114) or similar surgical mask, and two boxes of Fluid shield 3 (46767) N95 mask boxes. Keyhole slots for mounting. Wall mount (screws/anchors included).
3M Health Care Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask
This health care particulate respirator and surgical mask helps provide respiratory protection against certain airborne biological particles. It is disposable and fluid resistant to splash and spatter of blood and other infectious material.
Poltex Tie-On Mask Holder-2VM
Visually manage two boxes of tie-on masks. One box in use, one back up.
Poltex Surgical Shield Mask Holder
Holds and dispenses one box of surgical shield masks.
Keystone Cleanroom Products Cleanroom Face Masks, Gamma Irradiated
Gamma irradiated cleanroom facemasks eliminate goggles from fogging and mask slippage. Available with ties, headband, or earloop fastening.