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Putting on (Donning) Your Respirator



Donning Particulate Respirators | Donning Dual Cartridge Respirators

Types of Respirators
and Cartridges

Putting on (Donning)
Your Respirator

Fit Checking Your Respirator

How to Fit Test
Your Respirator

Donning Particulate Respirators
Hold respirator Hold the respirator in your hands with the nosepiece toward your fingertips.
Position mask Position the mask over your mouth and nose.
Top strap over head Pull the top strap over your head. The strap goes over the back of your head above your ears.
Shorter strap over head Pull the shorter bottom strap over your head, below your ears. It goes around your neck.
Fit nosepiece If the respirator has a metal nosepiece tab, use fingertips of both hands (one on each side) to mold it to your nose. Pinching with one hand may cause it to take an odd shape and allow contaminants in.
Adjust facepiece Adjust the facepiece and straps until you have a comfortable fit.

If the respirator has adjustable straps, follow the manufacturer's instructions. Also, see the manufacturer's instructions for any additional fitting information.

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Donning Dual Cartridge Respirators
Dual cartridge respirator Place the respirator under your chin with the nosepiece facing up.
   
Respirator on head Place the top strap on the top of your head.
   
Buckle respirator Attach the bottom straps behind your neck.
Tightening respirator Adjust the facepiece and straps for a comfortable fit. Tighten the straps by pulling on the ends. Loosen them by pushing on the buckle tab.

Check the manufacturer's information for any additional instructions.

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