Respirator Trusted-Source Information
Frequently asked Questions and Answers about respirators, the Science behind Respirator Function and Performance, and a listing of all NIOSH-approved and FDA-cleared surgical N95 respirators.
Additional Respiratory Protection Resources
Fact Sheet - Respiratory Infection Control: Respirators Versus Surgical Masks
It is important that employers and workers understand the significant differences between these two types of personal protective equipment. The decision whether or not to require workers to use either surgical masks or respirators must be based upon a hazard analysis of the workers' specific work environments and the different protective properties of each type of personal protective equipment.
The Difference Between Respirators and Surgical Masks (Possible Solutions section)
Respirator Safety (Training Video section)
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