Respiratory Protection
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Respiratory Protection
Respiratory equipment protects users against insufficient oxygen environments, harmful dusts, fogs, smokes, mists, gases, vapors, and sprays. These wearable devices are used to filter airborne contaminants or to provide clean, breathable air to the user.
NIOSH-approved respiratory protection consists of two main types: air-purifying respirators (APRs) and atmosphere-supplied respirators (ASRs). It is crucial to identify all respiratory hazards within an environment before choosing a type of respirator.
APRs remove particles, gases, vapors, aerosols, or a combination of contaminants from the air using filters, cartridges, or canisters. APR types include:
- Particulate filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) – Limited-use, multi-layer masks that filter out airborne particles. Available with or without an exhalation valve.
- Half-mask and full-face respirators – Reusable masks that use filters, cartridges, or canisters to remove contaminants. See for product selection.
- Powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs) – Reusable systems that utilize a blower to force ambient air through a purifying element before it reaches the user. Used in conjunction with a tight-fitting facepiece or respiratory system hood or helmet, depending on application.
ASRs provide clean breathing air from a non-ambient source. These respirators protect workers from many types of airborne contaminants (particles, gases, and vapors) and, in certain cases, oxygen-deficient atmospheres. ASR types include:
- Supplied air respirators (SARs) – Use a remote air source such as a compressor or breathing cart to provide Grade D breathable air. Complete systems include a supplied airline hose, air regulating valve, breathing tube, and respiratory system hood or helmet.
- Emergency escape breathing apparatus (EEBA) – Typically consists of a small portable air cylinder to provide short-term protection from contaminated air so users can evacuate quickly from an unsafe area.
- Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) – Feature back-mounted cylinders filled with breathable compressed air and are commonly used by firefighters or others who may be exposed to immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) atmospheres.
Face masks are single-use barriers that cover a user’s nose and mouth and should not be used in lieu of OSHA-standard respiratory protection.
Fit testing kits are designed to evaluate respirator fit, determine device suitability, and adhere to compliance requirements. Tight-fitting APRs and ASRs and particulate FFRs require initial and annual fit testing. EEBA, loose-fitting hoods, and face masks do not require fit testing.
Regulatory compliance details can be obtained at the individual product level.
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Fisherbrand™ Disposable Face Mask
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3-ply Face masks. Latex and fiberglass free.
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InterMask™ KN95 Protective Face Mask with Earloops
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Intended for daily use to prevent contamination in a standard environment. Secure earloops make it easier to apply and remove for more comfortable, longterm wear. KN95 masks are not NIOSH-approved.
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Medicom™ AssureMask™ Balance™ Earloop Face Masks
Face masks provide healthcare professionals and other frontline workers with the ideal balance between protection and comfort without gapping or irritation.
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Disposable | Yes |
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Product Type | Medical/Procedural Face Mask |
Latex Free | Yes |
Style | Pleated |
Fastening Type | Earloops |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Kimberly-Clark Professional™ Kimtech™ N95 Pouch Respirator
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N95 pouch respirator is NIOSH-Approved and provides a minimum 95% filtration efficiency of 0.3 micron particles.
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Disposable | Single-use |
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Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Color | White |
Strap Attachment Type | Two Comfort Fit Headbands |
Design Type | Pouch/Duckbill |
Filter Type | N95 |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Nosepiece Type | Adjustable Nose Clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | No |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95 |
Medicom™ SafeMask™ FreeFlow™ with Air Space™ Technology Face Masks
ASTM Level 1, 2 and 3 face masks feature innovative contoured pleats to create a unique pocket that allows air to flow freely. Ideal for those who feel claustrophobic in ordinary masks.
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Disposable | Yes |
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Series | SafeMask™ FreeFlow™ |
Construction | 3-ply |
Product Type | Medical/Procedural Face Mask |
Filter Efficiency | ≥95% (PFE), ≥95% (BFE) |
Size | Standard |
Latex Free | Yes |
Style | Pleated |
Material | Polypropylene |
Certifications/Compliance | ASTM F2299 |
Fastening Type | Earloops |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Kimberly-Clark Professional™ Kimtech™ M3 Pleat-Style Face Masks
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Pleat-style mask available with earloops or soft ties. Suggested for use in ISO Class 3 and higher cleanroom environments.
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Pore Size | 0.1 μm (PFE), 3 μm (BFE) |
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Disposable | Single-use |
Product Type | Cleanroom Face Mask |
Filter Efficiency | 99.5% (PFE), 98.7% (BFE) |
Size | Standard |
Cleanroom Class | Class 1 (ISO 3) |
Color | White |
Latex Free | Yes |
Style | Pleated |
Material | Polyethylene |
For Use With (Application) | Semiconductor, Disk Drive, Data Storage, Integrated Circuits |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
3M™ N95 Aura™ Health Care Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask, 1870+
Comfortable inner materials provide respiratory protection against certain airborne particles. Individually packaged flat-fold design allows for convenient storage.
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3M™ 6000 Series Resuable Half-Facepiece Respirators with Replaceable P100 Filters
Lightweight, low-maintenance respirators come equipped with replaceable P100 filters (Style 2091)
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Includes | P100 filter |
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For Use With (Equipment) | 6000 series reusable half facepiece respirator |
Product Type | Half Facepiece Respirator |
Connection Type | Bayonet |
Material | Thermoplastic Elastomer |
Certifications/Compliance | NIOSH 42CFR84 |
3M™ 6000 Series Half Face Mask Respirator
Half-face mask respirators 6000 Series are economical, low-maintenance, and extremely lightweight. Probed reusable respirator assembly 6000Q series are used for quantitative fit purposes only.
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Includes | Reclosable storage bag |
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For Use With (Equipment) | Cartridge 6000 Series, Filter 2000, 2200, 7000 or 5000 Series, or Dual Airline System |
Product Type | Half-Mask Respirator |
Suspension Type | 4-point |
Color | Gray |
Connection Type | Bayonet |
Material | Thermoplastic Elastomer |
Certifications (EN) | EN 140:1998 |
For Use With (Application) | Assembly, cleaning, demolition, facility maintenance, grinding, machine operation, painting, remediation, sanding, welding |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84 |
3M™ VFlex™ 9105 Series N95 Particulate Respirators
Disposable N95 particulate respirators have a unique folded design with V-shaped pleats that flex with mouth movement for easier talking and expand for ease of breathing.
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Disposable | Single-use |
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Certifications (OSHA) | OSHA 1910.134 |
Material Headstrap | Polyisoprene |
Width (English) | 12.8 in. |
Length (Metric) | 54.1 cm |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Length (English) | 21.3 in. |
Design Type | Flat-fold |
Material | Polypropylene |
For Use With (Application) | Assembly, cleaning, mechanical |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Width (Metric) | 32.51 cm |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | 10 |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95, approval number: TC-84A-5231 |
Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Strap Attachment Type | Stapled Headbands |
Latex Free | Yes |
Nose Piece Material | Aluminum |
Filter Type | N95 |
Shelf Life | 5 years from date of manufacture |
Nosepiece Type | Adjustable Nose Clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | No |
3M™ N95 Aura™ Particulate Respirators, 9205+
Three-panel, flat-fold disposable respirators provide comfortable, reliable worker protection against non-oil based particles.
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Disposable | Single-use |
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Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Size | Standard |
Design Type | Flat-fold |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, N95 |
Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Strap Attachment Type | Stapled Headbands |
Model | 9205+ |
Filter Type | N95 |
Nosepiece Type | Adjustable Nose Clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | No |
3M™ 6000 Series Reusable Full Facepiece Respirator
Requires limited maintenance time—reducing need for expensive repair programs
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Includes | Large lens with scratch-resistant hard coating |
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For Use With (Equipment) | 3M™ cartridge 6000 series, filter 2000, 2200, 7000 or 5000 series or 3M™ dual airline system |
Product Type | Full Facepiece Respirator |
Suspension Type | 4-point |
Connection Type | Bayonet |
Material | Silicone, Thermoplastic Elastomer |
Certifications/Compliance | NIOSH, ANSI Z87.1-2010 |
For Use With (Application) | Assembly, cleaning, demolition, facility maintenance, grinding, machine operation, painting, remediation, sanding, welding |
3M™ P95 Particulate Respirators with Nuisance Level Relief
P95 general purpose particulate respirators offer nuisance level acid gas (model 8576) or organic vapor relief (model 8577).
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Disposable | Single-use |
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Certifications (OSHA) | OSHA 1910.134 |
Material Headstrap | Polyisoprene, Polyester |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Size | Standard |
Color | White |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Quantity | 80/Cs. |
Material | Polypropylene, Polyester |
For Use With (Application) | Assembly and Mechanical, Cleaning, Composite Finishing, Final Finish, Paint Preparation, Welding |
Aerosol Type | P - Oil-Proof |
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | 10 |
Certifications (NIOSH) | NIOSH 42 CFR 84, P95, approval number: TC-84A-1166 |
Strap Attachment Type | Braided and Stapled Headbands |
With Faceseal | No |
Latex Free | Yes |
Nose Piece Material | Aluminum |
Filter Type | P95 |
Nosepiece Type | M-nose clip |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | Yes |
3M™ Aura™ Series N95 Particulate Respirators
Particulate respirators with or without Cool Flow™ valve offer a comfortable fit that conform to a wide range of face sizes.
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Disposable | Single-use |
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Certifications (OSHA) | OSHA 1910.134 |
Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
With Faceseal | No |
Design Type | Flat-fold |
Latex Free | Yes |
Material | Polypropylene |
Filter Type | N95 |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | 10 |
3M™ N95 Comfort Plus Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Lightweight N95 particulate dust respirators are designed to help provide comfort, quality and reliable protection. Cool Flow™ exhalation valve reduces heat build up inside the respirator.
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Disposable | Single-use |
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Certifications (OSHA) | OSHA 1910.134 |
Material Headstrap | Polyisoprene |
Filter Efficiency | 95% |
Size | Standard |
Color | White |
Design Type | Cup/Molded |
Material | Polypropylene, Polyester |
For Use With (Application) | Transportation, Construction, Mining, Oil & Gas, General Manufacturing |
Aerosol Type | N - Not Resistant to Oil |
Sterility | Non-sterile |
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | 10 |
Product Type | General Purpose Particulate Respirator |
Latex Free | Yes |
Nose Piece Material | Aluminum |
Filter Type | N95 |
FDA Cleared Surgical Mask | No |
With Exhalation Valve | Yes |