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*A Proper seal for respirators is neccisary for | *A Proper seal for respirators is neccisary for their function | ||
*Thus before device approval, and individual use, the device must be tested | *Thus before device approval, and individual use, the device must be tested | ||
*Usually done with the user wearing it, and using some sort of no/low | *Usually done with the user wearing it, and using some sort of no/low harm chemical to see if the user can smell etc it leaking in | ||
*Another method is using sensors and an aerosol to detect if it works | *Another method is using sensors and an aerosol to detect if it works | ||
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=Useful Links= | =Useful Links= | ||
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Respirator_fit_test The Wikipedia Page on Respirator Fit Tests] | *[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Respirator_fit_test The Wikipedia Page on Respirator Fit Tests] | ||
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xl4qX6qEYXU A Video By 3M on Their Test Process, and Products] | |||
Latest revision as of 17:21, 24 April 2020
Basics
- A Proper seal for respirators is neccisary for their function
- Thus before device approval, and individual use, the device must be tested
- Usually done with the user wearing it, and using some sort of no/low harm chemical to see if the user can smell etc it leaking in
- Another method is using sensors and an aerosol to detect if it works