Step 1: Choose a Protection Factor
P1
P1 is the rating given to a respirator which meets AS/ NZS1716:2012 for filtering mechanically generated particles, e.g., particles formed by crushing, grinding, drilling, sanding and cutting.
P2
P2 is the rating given to a respirator that meets AS/NZS1716:2012 for filtering mechanically and thermally generated particles, e.g. welding fumes, bushfire smoke. Also for use against bio aerosols such as H1N1 and H5N1 Influenza.
Type GP1 / Type GP2
Type ‘G’ class rating is suitable for low vapour pressure (below 1.3Pa @ 25oC) organic compounds e.g. many agricultural chemicals like herbicides and pesticides.
N95
Reduces exposure to harmful airborne particles <100 micron eg. Bacillus anthracis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, mould, SARS/Influenza virus.
Step 2: Choose a Valved or Unvalved Respirator
Valved Respirator Benefits
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Unvalved Respirator Benefits
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Step 3: Choose a Style
You can choose from the following models to suit your environment and your face shape:
Step 4: Fit Test
A respirator cannot protect you if it does not fit your face
Best practice for any Personal Protective Equipment is to ensure the right fit.
- Proper fitting of a respirator requires the application of an accepted method of fit testing.
- It is recommended that wearers be fit tested in accordance with Standards Australia’s Guidance document AS/NZS 1715:2009.
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3M P2 N95 9322A+ Respirator Aura Flat Fold Mask with valve- PK 10
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3M P2 Aura Particulate Respirator (9320A+) - PK-20
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3M A1B1E1K1 Multi Gas Cartridge Filter (6059)-Pk 2
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3M Medium Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Respirator Quick Latch 6502QL
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3M Exhalation Valve - Blue Replacement 7500 Series Respirator (7582)
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3M Sensitivity Solution - Bitter (Bitrex) (FT-31)
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3M Large Full Face Respirator Kit Asbestos/Silica/Dust - P3 (6835L)
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3M Medium Full Face Respirator Kit Asbestos/Silica/Dust - P3 (6835M)
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FT-30 3M Qualitative Fit Test Apparatus Kit - Bitter (Bitrex) respirator test
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3M AXP3 Organic Vapour & Particulates Cartridge Filter (6098) Pk-2
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