7–12 May 2023
Venice, Italy
Europe/Zurich timezone

Respiratory protective equipment fit tests for researchers at the National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center

THPM116
11 May 2023, 16:30
2h
Sala Mosaici 2

Sala Mosaici 2

Poster Presentation MC8.U05: Other Applications Thursday Poster Session

Speaker

Po-Jiun Wen (National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center)

Description

Researchers at the National Synchrotron Radiation Re-search Center should use respiratory protective equip-ment to prevent respiratory damage caused by gases, steam, solvents, chemicals, materials containing toxic substances, and oxygen-deficient environments. Those working with organic matter and certain chemical sub-stances and those exposed to occupation dust should use respiratory protective gear to ensure their health. This study conducted qualitative and quantitative fit tests for various mask brands and sizes, namely 3M-9042, N95-9211, P95-8576, and 3M-6200 masks. The gear worn by all 18 participants in the qualitative fit test passed. By contrast, the gear worn by 12 of the 15 participants in the quantitative test passed; the failure of the remaining gear was due to differences in face shape. The N95-9211 mask can be used in three-piece protective gear because it exhibited a tight fit. Additionally, the 3M-6200 negative-pressure half-face mask exhibited the most satisfactory fit and can be used in protective gear.

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Primary author

Po-Jiun Wen (National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center)

Co-authors

Sheau-Ping Kao (National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center) Yu-Chi Lin (National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center) Sy-Yu Lin (National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center) Miao-Hua Chang (National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center)

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