Description

It is used to filter out harmful pollutants and microbes, helping you to breathe fresh air. It is a disposable mask that is ideal for outdoor usage, especially if you stay in polluted cities. It is also known to offer protection against various microbes as it blocks their entry when you breathe. This mask has been approved for at least 95% filtration efficiency against certain non-oil-based particles. It has a cool flow exhalation valve which helps to reduce the heat build-up inside the respirator. It also reduces the accumulation of moisture and fogging. The M-shaped nose clip adjusts easily and provides greater comfort. The respirator is designed for use to provide protection against particles that pollute the breathable air such as those from grinding, sanding, sweeping, sawing, bagging, or other dusty operations. This respirator is compatible with a variety of protective eyewear and hearing protection. It is known to aid better visibility and has better compatibility with a wide variety of safety equipment. It is made from advanced electrostatically charged microfibers that help make breathing easier and cooler. It is a NIOSH-approved N95 respirator mask that facilitates protection from dangerous microbes, pollutants, dust, particulate matter, smoke from vehicle exhausts, factories, and bushfires. Salient features of 3M N95 8511 Particulate Respirator Mask: Contains braided headbands with a two-strap design and dual point attachment help to provide a secure seal Is designed to increase comfort and wearability Has M-shaped nose clip for a comfortable fit Helps provide comfortable, reliable worker respiratory protection Is ideally suited for hot/dusty work settings that require long periods of wear Helps to reduce inhalation exposures to certain airborne biological particles Has a soft inner material that provides added comfort while the cup shape design makes the respirator spacious and durable Helps to prevent the build-up of heat inside the face-piece Helps to keep the breathing comfortable Directions for use: Pre-stretch the straps before placing the respirator on the face and position the respirator over the nose and mouth. Pull the top strap over the head, position it at the top back of the head and above the ears. Pull the bottom strap over the head and position it around the neck below the ears. Press the nose piece with your fingertips to mold it to the shape of the nose to seal air off effectively. Check the respirator-to-face seal before wearing. Quick tips for 3M N95 8511 Particulate Respirator Mask: Please follow the usage instructions and precautions as recommended to ensure proper use of the face mask. Improper usage of the mask may cause health risks. Do not share the mask with your friends, family members, or relatives as it can increase the risk of contamination which in turn can harm you or your loved ones’ health. Remember, the mask is for individual use ONLY. Maintain the hygiene of the face and hands. Personal health conditions should be kept in mind. Check and make sure that the respirator is intact and not damaged. Check the expiry date and if the mask is packed properly. Before use, the wearer must read and understand the user instructions provided on the product packaging. Storage and safety information: Change the mask if there is difficulty in breathing. Wash after everyday use. Wash gently with hands. Do not bleach, tumble dry, iron, dry clean, wring, or drip dry in shade. For individual use, not to be shared. Wash your hands properly before wearing and after removing the mask. Read the label carefully before use. Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Avoid physical damage. FAQs related to 3M N95 8511 Particulate Respirator Mask: Q. What is an N95 respirator? N95 is a disposable particulate respirator that is designed to help provide reliable respiratory protection of at least 95% filtration efficiency against certain non-oil-based particles. Q. Do 3M N95 respirators provide protection against infection? Yes, NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) approved N95 respirator can help reduce inhalation exposures to certain airborne biological particles (such as mold, Bacillus anthracis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis) but cannot eliminate the risk of contracting an infection, illness, or disease. Q. What is the correct method for applying 3M N95 respirator? Keep the nosepiece facing away from you while wearing a mask. Hold the bottom strap of the mask in each hand with the nosepiece up. Position the respirator under your chin, pull the bottom strap over the head, and position it around the neck below the ears. Pull the top strap overhead resting it high at the top of the head. Use both hands to mold the metal nose piece to the shape of the nose by pushing inward while moving the fingertips down both sides of the nosepiece. If air leaks at the respirator edges, work the straps back along the sides of the head. Q. Is 3M N95 respirator available in different sizes? No, the respirator is available only in one standard size. Q. What precautions should one take before wearing a N95 respirator? Maintain the hygiene of the face and hands. Personal health conditions should be kept in mind. Check and make sure that the respirator is intact and not damaged, check the expiry date and if the mask is packed properly. Before use, you must read and understand the user instructions provided as a part of the product packaging. Q. Is everyone suitable to wear the 3M N95 respirator? If you are suffering from a disease of the respiratory system like asthma, emphysema, etc, or experience discomfort after wearing a respirator like breathing difficulties, or dizziness, or are pregnant, then it is advised to consult a doctor before using it. Q. How and where can we check the availability of 3M N95 respirator? N95 respirators can be ordered and purchased from online pharmacies, various hardware stores & pharmacies, and supermarkets. Q. Is there any circumstance in which the use of a 3M N95 respirator should be avoided? Yes, the use of 3M respirator should be avoided in case the level of oxygen in the atmosphere goes below 19.5%. Q. Can N95 respirator be used by the children as well? The size of N95 respirator may not be applicable to children’s faces, failing to provide effective results. Therefore, its use in children is not suggested. Q. What guidelines should be followed in storing the 3M N95 respirator? Avoid its storage in a hot and humid place. The place and containers for storage should be neat and clean. Note down the purchase date and keep the receipt. Q. How to “dispose of” the used 3M N95 respirators? Avoid direct contact with the used respirators. Put them in a plastic bag carefully wrap-up and dispose of in a covered refuse container. Q. Is there any fixed duration of time to wear the respirator? No, there is no fixed time to wear the respirator. It will majorly depend on different environmental situations. However, if you face any breathing difficulty or any distress occurs, the wearer should immediately leave the hazardous area (such as the ward or the place with polluted air) and then take the respirator off. Q. When should a new respirator be changed? Respirators need to be changed if it is contaminated by body fluid like blood/spit or it is damaged.