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Mask Ratings Guide

PPE Stores (Workwear) News and PR from PPE Stores (Workwear) - Published 27 January 2021 COVID-19 protection or Just Dust Rated? Here’s our Mask Rating Guide
Which mask protects me from dust, viruses and bacteria?

Dust Masks protect employees against airborne particles such as powders and dust. They are very important for a range of agricultural, construction and pharmaceutical work not to mention medical-related situations too. Different masks provide different levels of protection, so itÂ’s extremely important to find the right level of protection for you and your staff. EN 149 designates three dust mask ratings; FFP1, FFP2, and FFP3. See below to find out more about these ratings.

Update: COVID-19 (Coronavirus) - What is it and how does it spread?

COVID-19 is a respiratory infection with similar symptoms to the common cold. The illness largely affects older people, young children and those who are already ill. Due to how COVID-19 spreads, respiratory protection is key. The virus spreads through sneezing or coughing, passing on particles of the infection through the air.

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