Putting on and taking off a face mask is something that often is done wrong. Wearing a face mask often isn’t the problem, it is usually the process prior to putting on and taking off. In this article, we’ll help you on your way to getting it right so you can better protect yourself against COVID-19.
How do I put on a face mask?
Make sure that the process of putting on your face mask is always done correctly to reduce any risk of contamination.
- Before putting on a face mask, make sure you wash your hands thoroughly. Take 20 seconds for this and make sure to wash them with soap and warm water. If you do not have soap and / or running water, you can use a disinfectant gel instead. The mask you want to wear lies flat with its outside on a clean surface. When it is in a bag or in a box, leave it in there and do not pick it up until your hands are clean.
- Put the mouth mask on your face and place the ear loops behind your ear. Make sure the mouth mask is properly aligned onto your face and the nose strip is in the right place.
- Press the nose strip so that it fits nicely around your nose. Most face masks have a steel core in the nose strip so that it can always be adjusted afterwards. It’s all about comfort.
- When the mask is properly positioned and the nose strip is pressed firmly, hold the mask at the top by your nose and pull the mask down over your mouth and bottom of the chin.
How do I take off a face mask?
Fortunately, the entire process of putting on is not involved when taking off a face mask. Nevertheless, it is important that you do this correctly to reduce the risk of contamination. Take the face mask by the rubber bands and put it in the trash can. It is important that you do not touch the outer layer of the mask. Also, make sure not to touch your mouth, eyes, or nose during the process. After you have thrown away the mouth mask, it is important that you wash your hands thoroughly again like described in step 1 above.
How do I wear a face mask?
It has almost become common to see people with face masks. Where this used to be only in hospitals, it can now be seen on the news, in public transport and in the streets. How to put it on or take it off is now clear. A mouth mask is not a 100% guarantee to prevent contamination, but if you wear it to reduce the chance, it must be worn properly. This means not wearing it under the nose or even under the chin. The outer layer must always be prevented from getting into contact with other surfaces and especially contact with the skin. So always keep the mouth mask on.
Anteo Medical Supplies
Anteo Medical Supplies is a manufacturer and supplier of personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare, among others. These articles are just informational for the reader on how in the use of face masks.