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Face masks and respiratory protection
Face masks are widely used in construction work to protect workers against inhalation of hazardous dusts but not all face masks are equal.
Thursday, 14th September 2023
Face masks are routinely worn on jobsites to protect workers from hazardous substances, including silica dust. But when do you need to wear a face mask during construction?
This useful resource outlines the difference between the main types of face masks, which masks won’t work as respiratory protection in a construction environment, and a guide to the correct use of face masks and respiratory protective equipment (RPE).
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Who is it for?
Building professionals
A guide to the correct use of face masks for respiratory protection on the jobsite.
What does it include?
- When you need a face mask
- Surgical vs. cloth face masks
- Respiratory protection masks
- Correct use of face masks and RPE
- Workplace health and safety authorities by state.