Air is crucial for life and breathing polluted air can be harmful to your health. It suspends various pollutants, viruses, and bacteria which can be the source of different health problems. Our N95 mask protects you from this. Here are the answers to some questions that you might be having.

 

Q1. Are N95 masks waterproof?

Our N95 masks are made in such a way that liquid cannot penetrate the mask to enter your body. A gentle spray of water or respiratory particles when someone coughs or sneezes will not be able to enter through the mask. But if splashed with water, it can get wet.

 

Q2. Can the N95 mask be worn when it rains?

If your N95 gets drenched in rain, it is advisable to not use it while wet. This is because the clogged mask can make it difficult for you to breathe. Along with that, it will also lose its effectiveness.

 

Q3. Are N95 masks effective during the monsoon season?

N95 works their usual way during monsoon. But it is necessary to check if the mask is wet. If the mask is wet, it will become ineffective.

 

Q4. What are N95 masks? What are the uses of N95 masks?

  • The N95 mask is a personal protective gear that can protect you from air pollutants, airborne diseases, and diseases spread by respiratory particles like the current pandemic. It can filter out most atmospheric particles, even those as minuscule as 3 microns that include dust and fumes.
  • The ‘N95’ name means it can block approximately 95 percent of harmful air particles from entering your body via nose and mouth.
  • They are also known as a pollution face mask or air filter mask N95.
  • It helps you protect yourself from the transmission of droplet-based viruses or bacteria, dust, polluted air, fiber particles, allergy-causing pollens.

 

Q5. Are N95 masks effective against coronavirus?

Yes, the N95 mask works against coronavirus but only if you wear it properly. It should fit snugly over your chin, cheeks, and nose.

 

Q6. Difference between N95, surgical masks, and other masks in the market?

  • Surgical masks are loose-fitted whereas N95 masks fit your face perfectly.
  • The edges of a surgical mask are not designed to form a seal around the mouth and nose. N95 masks are made in such a way that it creates a seal around the nose and the mouth.
  • Surgical masks do no provide reliable respiratory protection while N95 protects you from 95% pollutants.
  • Surgical masks cannot be used after a single-use. N95 maks should ideally be discarded after the first use but it can be used until the mask gets damaged, dirty, or wet.

 

Q7. How to wear an N95 mask?

Wash your hands before putting on the mask. Cover your nose and mouth properly with the mask to protect yourself from inhaling infected droplets or dust. Remember to wash your hands regularly with handwash or sanitizer while handling the mask. If you need to adjust or touch your mask, clean your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

 

Q8. Are N95 masks reusable?

  • N95 masks come under the category of “limited reuse”. Products are mostly meant for single-use and not intended to be used more than once.
  • However, if you take proper care it can be used effectively for extended periods.
  • Store in proper packaging and Clean hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer before and after touching or adjusting the mask.
  • Avoid touching the inside of the mask. If you happen to touch the inside part of the mask accidentally, clean your hands.
  • If your mask is damaged or dirty, or if it becomes difficult for you to breathe, you should remove the face mask, discard it properly, and replace it with a new one.
  • To safely discard the mask, you should remove it from the sides of the ears and never touch the part that covers your nose and mouth. You should place it in a plastic bag and throw it away in a closed dustbin. Immediately should wash your hands after handling the used N95 mask.

 

Q9. When should you wear an N95 mask or a pollution mask?

Wear the mask whenever you step out of your house, be it for work, grocery shopping, or visiting your family.

 

Q10. Can we clean a pollution mask and how?

No, pollution masks are meant for one-time use or “limited reuse” and should not be washed or cleaned.

Q11. What is a valve on an N95 mask and what are its benefits?

The exhalation valve on an N95 mask allows the air you breathe out to escape from the mask so that you do not inhale exhaled air.

Q12. Can an expired N95 face mask be used?

No, an expired N95 | FFP2 face mask loses its ability to block aerial particles and will not save you from pollutants.