3M 1870 N95 Respirator and Surgical Mask / Bird Flu

3M 1870 N95 Respirator and Surgical Mask / Bird Flu

Since the appearance of the swine flu and the past years bird flu, many times, the 3M 1870 N95 respirator and surgical masks became the best protection to prevent these airborne viruses.

The 3M 1960 N95 surgical fast mask is also good for use (for  swine flu protection).

Description of 3M 1870 Surgical Mask N95:

The 3M 1870 N95 Surgical Mask uses a 3M-patented, flat-fold/three-panel design that gives the N95 respirator mask a comfortable fit compared to any other respirator. The 3M N95 surgical respirator unique design fits most face sizes and head shapes allowing standardization to a single respirator for use in the OR, for patient care and throughout the rest of the healthcare facility.

NIOSH – certified N95 respirator. High fluid resistant masks pass ASTM highest level of 160mm Hg for fluid and splash resistance.

Special Features for the 3M 1870 Surgical Mask N95:

Benefits (MMM1870, MMM1860, MMM1860S)

* NIOSH approved as a Type N95 respirator to meet OSHA requirements and CDC guidelines for TB exposure control. Tests conducted by NIOSH in accordance with 42 CFR 84.
* The 3M 95 respirator can be used during laser surgery, and other procedures using powered medical instruments to help reduce wearer exposure to airborne particulates(plume, smoke) generated during these procedures.
* >99% BFE* to help reduce patient contamination caused by exhaled microorganisms.
* Fluid resistant to help reduce potential exposure of the wearer to the spray, spatter and aerosol of blood and body fluids.
* 3M offers training materials and services to help meet OSHA training regulations for the use of their N95 respirators.
* The 3M N95 respirator does not contain either natural rubber latex or dry natural rubber as components in the products or packaging.
* The 1860 is available in regular (1860) and small sizes (1860S) to fit a variety of face shapes and sizes.
* The 1870 fits most face sizes and head shapes, allowing standardization to a single respirator for use in the facility.
* Hypoallergenic to reduce chance of allergic reaction.
* Both styles of respirators are NIOSH certified tested against a 0.3 micron particle (mass median aerodynamic diameter) per 42 CFR 84.

* Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) determined by the modified Greene and Vesley test method.

Suggested Applications

* TB exposure control
* Laser and electrocautery surgery

Here’s a short video about what you need to know about the swine flu.