What is 3ply surgical face mask?

The three-ply mask contains three layers in which the material is made up of a melt-blown polymer, polypropylene, placed between non-woven fabric.This is adjusted to the head with ear loops, head ties, or elastic straps.

Are type IIR masks sterile?

Type IIR masks are sterile, high bacterial filtration efficient and internally flexible in which non-ferrous polyethylene noseband covers the width of the mask providing a closer, more comfortable fit, along with the soft feel ear loops.

What’s the difference between face mask and surgical mask?

Face mask is commonly used by the public and health care staff as source control by CDC recommendations on Interim Infection Prevention and Control. Surgical masks cover the user’s nose and mouth to give a physical limitation to fluids and particulate materials.

How do you test surgical mask quality?

Wear your mask on and check up a lit candle, match or lighter by giving it a good blow and the flame should not be extinguished. Suppose the flame goes out simply means that your mask is not filtering air particles and not in a good condition.