Description
Cloth face coverings are recommended to the public over the use of surgical masks and N95 respirators. This is because these two types of masks are in limited supply and are needed by healthcare workers and first responders. Some people shouldn't wear a face covering. These include: * people with breathing problems * children under 2 years old * individuals who are unconscious or incapacitated * those who can’t remove the covering without assistance
Additionally, keep in mind that wearing a cloth face mask isn’t a substitute for physical distancing (aka social distancing) and other preventative measures. You’ll still need to try to stay at least 6 feet away from others, wash your hands often, and clean high-touch surfaces frequently.
Together with a face shield, an item of personal protective equipment (PPE), aims to protect the wearer's entire face (or part of it) from hazards such as flying objects and road debris, chemical splashes (in laboratories or in industry),or potentially infectious materials (in medical and laboratory environments).
