
That is why we provide an extensive range of FFP2 and FFP3 respirators and have a proven track record in supplying many key NHS Trusts with these disposable surgical face masks.
The main purpose of a mask is to help prevent particles (droplets) being expelled into the environment by the wearer. Masks are also resistant to fluids, and help protect the wearer from splashes of blood or other potentially infectious substances. They are not necessarily designed for filtration efficiency, or to seal tightly to the face.
Respirators are intended to help reduce the wearer’s exposure to airborne particles. They are made to defined European standard EN149:2001 FFP3 respirator. The standards define the performance required of the respirator, including filtration efficiency.
FFP stands for "filter face piece". The 2 and 3 tells you the protection given.
2=medium, 3=high
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No hidden costs High protection against contamination Cost effective No need for audit trail and unnecessary paperwork No decontamination requirements Time efficient Easy to use Cool to wear Comfortable and Light |
Added costs i.e. cost of loss, accidental disposal and man hours to complete monthly audit Various standards to adhere to regarding decontamination More expensive Record keeping, training, traceability and certification are very important Methods of decontamination must be demonstrated and validated Time consuming i.e. management of audit trail, 1 hour per day per clinician lost to cleaning respirators Awkward to clean Hot to wear Heavy on the face |
All of our respirators exceed the requirements of the European Standard EN149:2001.
Our Clinical Education Specialists also provide 'Fit Testing Train The Trainer' workshops to all customers who exceed the qualifying minimum order quantity. We believe it is the suppliers duty to provide such a vital service to ensure effective use of medical respirator masks.
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Read about the danger of smoke plume in theatres, and the calls for mandatory protection against smoke plume as published in The Clinical Services Journal, March 2013.