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User Seal Checks & Fitting Instructions

Users must follow instructions each time respirator is worn.
It's the wearer's responsibility to obtain a proper fit.
To choose the correct Disposable Respirator Series size/shape you must fit test and user seal check.
If you cannot obtain a proper fit do not enter the contaminated area.
OSHA regulation 1910.134 (f) requires that the user must be fit tested before being assigned a respirator and annually thereafter.
Use Moldex^® Qualitative Fit Test Kit. User must be clean-shaven. Any facial hair, such as beards or long sideburns, may prevent the respirator from fitting properly.
Eyewear must not interfere with face to facepiece seal.
Re-fit test when there are any changes to the wearers physical condition that may affect fit.

Hold respirator in hand with molded nose contour (narrow end) at finger tips, allowing headstraps to fall below hand.

Place respirator under chin with molded nose contour (narrow end) up. Nose cushion must be uncreased inside respirator. Raise top strap to top back of head. Pull shorter bottom strap over head, below ears, to around neck. Do not wear with only one strap. When changing from any model/ size to another respirator, you must fit test.

Each time user enters a contaminated area seal should be fit checked. Cover front of respirator by cupping both hands. INHALE SHARPLY. A negative pressure should be felt inside respirator. If any leakage is detected at respirator edges, adjust straps by pulling back along the sides and/or reposition respirator. Repeat until sealed properly, otherwise see your supervisor. Entry into a contaminated area with an improper fit may result in sickness or death.

Users must follow instructions each time respirator is worn.
It’s the wearer's responsibility to obtain a proper fit.
To choose the correct EZ-ON^® Series size/shape you must fit test and user seal check.
If you cannot obtain a proper fit do not enter the contaminated area.
OSHA regulation 1910.134 (f) requires that the user must be fit tested before being assigned a respirator and annually thereafter.
Use Moldex^® Qualitative Fit Test Kit.
User must be clean-shaven. Any facial hair, such as beards or long sideburns, may prevent the respirator from fitting properly.
Eyewear must not interfere with face to facepiece seal.
Re-fit test when there are any changes to the wearers physical condition that may affect fit.

Hold respirator in hand with molded nose contour (narrow end) at finger tips, allowing head harness to fall below hand.

Place respirator under chin with molded nose contour (narrow end) up. Nose cushion must be uncreased inside respirator. Pull head harness to top of head so it rests at the crown. Note: 3200 N95 Series head halo is not adjustable.

Adjust tension by pulling on strap within the head harness to provide a tight and comfortable seal.

Each time before entering a contaminated area, perform a user seal check. Cover front of respirator by cupping both hands. INHALE SHARPLY. A negative pressure should be felt inside respirator. If any leakage is detected at respirator edges, adjust strap by pulling back (on head harness) and/or reposition respirator. Repeat until sealed properly, otherwise see your supervisor. Entry into a contaminated area with an improper fit may result in sickness or death.

Users must follow instructions each time respirator is worn.
It’s the wearer’s responsibility to obtain a proper fit.
If you cannot obtain a proper fit do not enter the contaminated area.
OSHA regulation 1910.134 (f) requires that the user must be fit tested before being assigned a respirator and annually thereafter.
Use Moldex^® Qualitative Fit Test Kit. User must be clean-shaven. Any facial hair, such as beards or long sideburns, may prevent the respirator from fitting properly.
Eyewear must not interfere with face to facepiece seal.
Re-fit test when there are any changes to the wearers physical condition that may affect fit.

Untwist straps. Thread bottom strap through bottom buckle and repeat for top strap. Hold respirator in hand with nose contour (narrow end) at finger tips, allowing headstraps to fall below hand.

Place respirator under chin with molded nose contour (narrow end) up. Nose cushion must be uncreased inside respirator. Raise top strap to top back of head. Pull shorter bottom strap over head, below ears, to around neck. Do not wear with only one strap.

Adjust tension on both top and bottom straps to provide a tight and comfortable seal. To tighten, pull ends of straps. To loosen, push open hinge of buckle with thumb and pull on strap.

Each time user enters work area, the respirator must be seal checked. Cover front of respirator by cupping both hands. INHALE SHARPLY. A negative pressure should be felt inside respirator. If any leakage is detected at respirator edges, adjust straps by pulling back along the sides and/or reposition the respirator. Repeat until sealed properly, otherwise do not enter work area and see your supervisor. Entry into a contaminated area with an improper fit may result in sickness or death.

Users must follow instructions each time respirator is worn.
It’s the wearer’s responsibility to obtain a proper fit.
To choose the correct HandyStrap^® Respirator Series size you must fit test and user seal check.
If you cannot obtain a proper fit do not enter the contaminated area.
OSHA regulation 1910.134 (f) requires that the user must be fit tested before being assigned a respirator and annually thereafter.
Use Moldex^® Qualitative Fit Test Kit. User must be clean-shaven. Any facial hair, such as beards or long sideburns, may prevent the respirator from fitting properly.
Eyewear must not interfere with face to facepiece seal.
Re-fit test when there are any changes to the wearers physical condition that may affect fit.

a) Fit mask to face and pull top of strap to crown of head. Nose cushion must be uncreased inside respirator.
b)Always use top and bottom part of strap. Adjust tension for a comfortable fit. When changing from any model/size to another respirator, you must fit test. CAUTION: If used against biohazards discard immediately after removing from face and do not hang around neck.

Each time user enters a contaminated area respirator must be seal checked. Cover front of respirator by cupping both hands. INHALE SHARPLY. A negative pressure should be felt inside respirator. If any leakage is detected at respirator edges, adjust strap by pulling back along the sides and/or reposition respirator. Repeat until sealed properly, otherwise see your supervisor. Entry into a contaminated area with an improper fit may result in sickness or death.

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