Check the seal of your filtering facepiece respirator each time you use the respirator:
For non-valved respirators:
1.Place both hands completely over the respirator and exhale. The respirator should bulge slightly. If air leaks between the face and faceseal of the respirator, reposition it and readjust the nose clip for a more secure seal. If you cannot achieve a proper seal, do not enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
For valved respirators:1.Place both hands over the respirator and inhale sharply. The respirator should collapse slightly. If air leaks between the face and faceseal of the respirator, reposition it and readjust the nose clip for a more secure seal. If you cannot achieve a proper seal, do not enter the contaminated area. See your supervisor.
Wearing your filtering facepiece respirator:
1. Place the respirator over your nose and mouth. Be sure the metal nose clip is on top. With models 8210 or 07048, pre-stretch the straps before wearing.
2. Pull the top strap over your head until it rests on the crown of your head above your ears.
3. Pull the bottom strap over your head until it rests just below your ears.
4. Using both hands starting at the top, mold the metal nose clip around your nose to achieve a secure seal
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