Safety Focus: Dust Mask Guidance
Dust Masks protect workers against airborne particles including dust and powders. They are used commonly across a number of industries, including construction, agricultural, and pharmaceuticals. Commonly a requirement on restoration sites, dust masks are needed for a number of tasks, including: cement mixing, carpentry, drilling or cutting.
This Guidance Note includes:
- Types of Dust Masks
- Fitting Dust Masks
- Testing Dust Mask Fit
- The impact of facial hair