dust mask
Nose and mouth cover
A dust mask is a simple protective covering worn over the nose and mouth to filter out airborne particles like sawdust, pollen, or construction debris.
Unlike respirators, dust masks offer only basic filtration and don't seal tightly to the face: Grab a dust mask before you start sanding.
They became ubiquitous during the COVID-19 pandemic, though medical-grade masks proved more effective against viruses.
Particle-filtering face mask
- HEPAStrict air filtration standard
- particulatesMinute airborne solids or droplets
- respiratorBreathing protection device
- cartridgeSealed container for supplies
filter · electrostatic · nonwoven · activated carbon · efficiency rating · micron · fibers · aerosols
Hazard-shielding work attire
- OSHAFederal workplace safety regulator
- safety gearEquipment preventing injury
- constructionProcess of building something
- woodworkingCraft of shaping lumber
grinding · welding · painting · demolition · renovation · manufacturing · mining · agriculture
Adverse immune responses
- asthmaChronic lung inflammation
- respiratory protectionGear filtering breathed air
- irritantsThings causing vexation
- allergensImmune reaction triggers
mold · dander · immunocompromised · sensitivities · breathing difficulty · coughing · sneezing · prevention
Stretchy bands for securing
- nose clipDevice sealing nostrils closed
- pleatedHaving pressed folds
- foldableAble to bend flat
- cup-shapedResembling a drinking vessel
adjustable · nosepiece · headband · breathability · lightweight · moldable · contoured · disposable
N95
Particle-filtering face mask
- HEPAStrict air filtration standard
- particulatesMinute airborne solids or droplets
- respiratorBreathing protection device
cartridge · filter · electrostatic · nonwoven · activated carbon · efficiency rating · micron · fibers · aerosols · pollen
PPE
Hazard-shielding work attire
- OSHAFederal workplace safety regulator
- safety gearEquipment preventing injury
- constructionProcess of building something
woodworking · grinding · welding · painting · demolition · renovation · manufacturing · mining · agriculture · hazard
allergies
Adverse immune responses
- asthmaChronic lung inflammation
- respiratory protectionGear filtering breathed air
- irritantsThings causing vexation
allergens · mold · dander · immunocompromised · sensitivities · breathing difficulty · coughing · sneezing · prevention · pollution
elastic straps
Stretchy bands for securing
cup-shaped · adjustable · nosepiece · headband · breathability · lightweight · moldable · contoured · disposable · sizing
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- respiratorsrespirator, N95, KN95, SCBA, breathing apparatus
- shop safetysafety glasses, ear protection, respirator, face shield, eye protection
- safetysafety helmet, hazard, airbag, alert, occupational safety
- masksN95, kachina, ancestor spirits, respirator, false face
- protective gearhelmet, helmets, hard hat, hard hats, gloves