protective mask
Worn facial barrier
A protective mask covers the face to shield against hazards—dust, fumes, infectious particles, or projectiles.
The term encompasses everything from surgical masks and respirators to gas masks and welding shields.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, protective mask became common bureaucratic language for face coverings: Protective masks are required in all indoor spaces.
- face shieldTransparent protective facial covering
- face coveringSomething worn over features
- respiratorBreathing protection device
- gogglesSealed protective eyewear
- filterPorous separation device
N95 · surgical · visor · hazmat · hazmat suit · safety · welder · dust · breathe · strap · elastic · covering · PPE · medical · industrial · fumes · air quality · chemical
- protective gearhelmet, helmets, hard hat, hard hats, gloves
- radiation safetydosimeter, radiation shielding, lead apron, dosimeters, radiation exposure
protective maskbare face
unmasked · vulnerability · exposure · uncovered · open face
protective maskweapon
Instrument for inflicting harm
chemical weapon · biological agent · hazardous material · tear gas · pepper spray
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