DESCRIPTION
3M N95 9010 Particulate Respirator Mask
At least 95% filtration efficiency against solid and liquid aerosols that do not contain oil.
Low profile for better visibility and compatibility with a wide variety of safety equipment
Advanced electrostatically charged microfibers help make breathing easier and cooler
This respirator can help reduce inhalation exposures to certain airborne biological particles (e.g. mould, Bacillus anthracis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, avian influenza viruses etc.)
- NIOSH approved N95
- At least 95% filtration efficiency against solid and liquid aerosols that do not contain oil
 
Salient features of 3M N95 9010 Particulate Respirator Mask:
- Vertical flat-fold design:
Low profile for better visibility and compatibility with a wide variety of safety equipment
Offers convenient storage and portability prior to use
- Softcover web on the inner panel:
Feels comfortable against the skin
- Two strap design and conformable nose clip:
Adjusts easily
Helps provide a custom fit and secure seal
Reduces the potential for eyewear fogging
- Individually packaged:
Helps prevent contamination during storage
Helps increase worker acceptance
Allows for easy dispensing
- Lightweight construction:
Enhances worker comfort and wear time
- Advanced Electret Media:
Proprietary filter media
Advanced electrostatically charged microfibers help make breathing easier and cooler
 
Application:
Grinding, Sanding, Sweeping, Bagging, General maintenance
Demolition, Storm clean-up, Other emergency relief operations where particulate exposures may be present
 
 
Frequently Asked Questions
 
Q. What is a N95 respirator?
N95 is a disposable particulate respirator that is designed to help provide reliable respiratory protection of at least 95 % filtration efficiency against certain non-oil base particles.
 
Q. Do 3M N95 respirator provide protection against infection?
Yes, NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) approved N95 respirator can help reduce inhalation exposures to certain airborne biological particles (examples: mold, Bacillus anthracis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis), but cannot eliminate the risk of contracting an infection, illness, or disease.
 
Q. What is the correct method for applying 3M N95 respirator?
- With nosepiece facing away from you, hold the bottom strap in each hand with the nosepiece up.
- Position the respirator under your chin, pull the bottom strap over the head and position it around the neck, below the ears.
- Pull the top strap overhead resting it high at the top of the head.
- Place the fingertips from both hands at the top of the metal
nosepiece. Using two hands, mold the nose area to the shape
of the nose by pushing inward while moving the fingertips down both sides of the nosepiece.
- If air leaks at the respirator edges, work the straps back along the sides of the head.
 
Q. Is 3M N95 respirator available in different sizes?
No, the respirator is available only in one standard size.
 
Q. What precautions one should take before wearing N95 respirator?
- Maintain the hygiene of the face and hands.
- Personal health conditions should be kept in mind (mentioned in Question below)
- Check and make sure that the respirator is intact and not damaged, check the expiry date and if the mask is packed properly.
- Before use, the wearer must read and understand the User Instructions provided as a part of the product packaging.
 
Q. Is everyone suitable to wear the 3M N95 respirator? 
An individual with the following conditions have to consult medical advice before wearing it: 
   - Suffering from the disease of the respiratory system, asthma or emphysema, etc. 
   - In case discomfort occurs after wearing a respirator, e.g. breathing, difficulties, dizziness etc.
   - Pregnancy.
 
Q. How and where can we check the availability of  3M N95 respirator?
N95 Respirator can be ordered and purchased from online pharmacies, various hardware stores & pharmacies, and supermarkets.
 
Q. Is there any circumstance in which the use of a 3M N95 respirator should be avoided? 
Yes, in case of the atmosphere containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
 
Q. Can N95 respirator be used by the children as well? 
No, as its size may not be applicable to children’s faces and will affect the effectiveness. Therefore not suggested for children to use the mask.
 
Q. What guidelines should be followed in storing the 3M N95 respirator?
- Avoid its storage in hot and humid place
- The place and containers for storage should be neat and clean
- Note down the purchase date and keep the receipt.
 
Q. How to “dispose of” the used 3M N95 respirators?
Avoid direct contact with the used respirators. Put them in a
plastic bag carefully wrap-up and dispose of in a covered refuse container.
 
Q. Is there any fixed duration of time to wear the respirator?
No, it depends on different environmental situations. However, if breathing difficulty or any distress occurs, the wearer should immediately leave the hazardous area (such as the ward or the place with polluted air) and then take the respirator off.
 
Q. When should a new respirator be changed? 
Respirators need to be changed in one of the following situations:
-If the respirator is contaminated by the body fluid as blood or spittle.
-Or if the respirator is damaged.