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Respiratory Protection

Disposable respirators, half and full-face masks, filters, SCBA and escape sets.

Buying guide

How to choose respiratory protection

Respirator selection starts with the contaminant, its concentration and the oxygen level. Filtering devices clean the surrounding air and cannot be used in oxygen-deficient or immediately dangerous atmospheres, where supplied-air equipment is needed.

Identify the contaminant

Particles (dust, fume, mist) need particle filters such as EN 149 FFP masks or EN 143 P filters. Gases and vapours need EN 14387 gas filters of the correct type, e.g. A for organic vapours or B for H2S. Many tasks need a combined filter such as ABEK1-P3.

Required protection factor

Compare measured concentration with the exposure limit to find the protection factor required. FFP3 and P3 half masks give more protection than FFP2; full face masks (EN 136) and TH3 powered respirators (EN 12941) give more again.

Oxygen deficiency and IDLH

For confined spaces, tank entry, H2S release or fire, use SCBA (EN 137) or airline equipment (EN 14594) with breathing air meeting EN 12021. Escape sets (EN 1146) are for escape only.

Fit and facial hair

Tight-fitting masks need a fit test for each wearer and a clean-shaven seal area. Where beards are worn, or heat makes tight masks hard to tolerate, use loose-fitting powered or supplied-air hoods.

Heat and work rate

In high temperatures, breathing resistance and heat build-up reduce wear time. Masks with exhalation valves, low-resistance filters or powered units improve compliance during heavy work.

Filter change and maintenance

Set a filter change schedule based on contaminant and use, as gas filters give no reliable warning when exhausted. Clean and store reusable masks in sealed containers, and service SCBA as the manufacturer requires.

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Respiratory Protection

Respiratory Protection

Categories

Standard

Availability

Categories

Standard

Availability

Positive-Pressure SCBA, 6.8 L Composite

Combination Filter A2B2E2K2-P3

Constant-Flow Airline Respirator Set

Emergency Escape Breathing Device (EEBD)

FFP2 Folding Respirator with Valve

FFP3 Moulded Respirator with Valve

Full-Face Respirator

H2S Escape Set, 10 Minute

Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) with Hood

Reusable Half-Mask Respirator

How to choose respiratory protection

Identify the contaminant

Required protection factor

Oxygen deficiency and IDLH

Fit and facial hair

Heat and work rate

Filter change and maintenance