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To protect against the COVID-19 epidemic , barrier gestures are very effective. The French Ministry of Health recommends washing your hands regularly, coughing or sneezing into your elbow or into a disposable tissue (and throwing it away), as well as greeting without shaking hands and avoiding hugs. In order to limit the spread of the Coronavirus virus , the French government has also decided to place the population in confinement and to advise the wearing of a UNS category 1 or 2 respiratory protection mask , in public spaces and transport.
What are the indications for the AFNOR S76-001 standard barrier mask device for children and adults?
The DGA has validated these masks in Category 1 with more than 90% particle filtration. They are very comfortable to wear, whether for children (from 8 - 10 years old) or adults. Ideal for children who need to wear masks in middle or high school for the start of the school year.
The "barrier mask" device is intended to supplement barrier gestures and social distancing rules for adults and children in school. It is intended for the public and in particular for any healthy or asymptomatic person. The barrier mask in no way exonerates the user from the systematic application of barrier gestures, which are essential, as well as the rules of social distancing aimed at fighting viral infections such as the flu or the coronavirus. This device is not intended for use by nursing staff in contact with patients (healthcare professionals). FFP2 type filtering masks and masks for medical (or surgical) use are intended to be used and reserved for healthcare personnel.
As a reminder, category 1 masks are individual respiratory protection masks for use by professionals in contact with the public, filtering at least 90% of 3 micron particles . They are therefore suitable for wearing for 4 hours at work or at school.
Advice on using Covid-19 masks for children and adults
The virus protection mask for children or adults should be washed systematically once it is removed and at least 30 minutes at 60 degrees to be sure to destroy contaminating influenza or coronavirus viral agents. Wearing this barrier mask is pleasant , breathability is optimal thanks to the " duckbill " and its particular shape.
PROTECTIVE MASK Stop covid Category 1 to be worn for 4 consecutive hours and reusable 10 times after washing (test in progress for 20 washes)
Treatment protocol recommended by the ANSM for reusable protective fabric masks
The following complete treatment cycle must be carried out consecutively in its entirety, in order to guarantee elimination of coronavirus viruses of the COVID-19 type but also of other potentially pathogenic microorganisms (influenza virus, enterovirus, etc.).
- Machine wash with a detergent suitable for the fabric, the cycle of which will include a minimum of 30 minutes at 60 ° C.
- Mechanical drying
- Ironing at a temperature of 120/130 ° C
The masks thus treated will be stored in such a way as to preserve the microbiological cleanliness of the masks at the end of the treatment (eg: packaging in plastic film)
Masks certified by the Directorate General of Armament for Category 1 and 2 type use: prevents the spread of the influenza virus or the coronavirus (COVID-19).
The World Health Organization (WHO) believes that the school child mask is only for people caring for infected patients or people who cough and sneeze. She notes that it is necessary to "remove the mask without touching its front part". You should clean your hands before and after handling your mask with a hydroalcoholic solution or with soap and water and wear the mask so that the nose and mouth are covered. WHO stresses that it does not have sufficient information regarding its effectiveness.
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Published on March 27, 2020, the first version of the AFNOR Spec - Barrier masks specifications is the result of collective work by the volunteer experts that AFNOR brought together in seven days, at the peak of the coronavirus pandemic. Members of standardization committees on personal protective equipment (PPE) or textiles, all have made a decisive contribution to this project of general interest, under the leadership of Ewa Messaoudi (Honeywell company), president of the AFNOR committee S76A “Respiratory protective devices”, supported by Matthis Roussel (AFNOR Standardization).
Some tips for wearing a mask correctly: How to properly use and wear a barrier mask?
What is the composition?
Synthetic fabric selected for its filtration performance.
Composition: 100% Polypropylene non woven
Filtration and air permeability level:
In accordance with the interministerial information note of 29/03/2020 relating to the new categories of masks reserved for non-sanitary uses, the mask material (test N ° RP / 20-2354 / DGA MNRBC / 2000305 / NP carried out on 15 / 04/2020 by the DGA) has air permeability as well as performance in terms of protection efficiency in aerosols of 3 microns, compatible with use of Category 1 mask type (individual mask for use by professionals in contact with the public)
This mask complies with the French specification AFNOR S76-001, Category 1 reusable 10 washes, find the compliance report of the General Directorate of the Armed Forces .
Precaution of use
Barrier masks do not have the performance of FFP2. Companies will have to assess on a case-by-case basis whether these respiratory protective masks for children and adults are suitable for the risks incurred at each type of workstation. People must fit these masks above the nose and under the chin and follow the same hygiene measures as for other masks.
For washable and reusable masks:
- Washing: at least 30 minutes at 60 ° C
- Drying: if possible in the dryer, clean the dryer filters before and after drying.
- Disposal: in a closed plastic bag, if possible double the packaging
Presentation - Packaging
Mask sold individually or in a bag of 20 respiratory protection masks for adults and adolescents at a reduced price, special price for families in pharmacies.
Child's so-called "barrier mask device" masks complying with AFNOR Standard S76-001 of March 27, 2020. These masks are not affected by the requirements relating to decree 2020-247 of March 13, 2020.
You can download the
Instructions for these barrier masks for children and adults Category 1
Our advice and expert opinion in natural health
Is there an equivalence of protection between barrier masks and FFP2 masks / surgical masks?
No, these are different masks. An FFP respiratory protection mask is a respiratory protection device (standard NF EN 149). It is intended to protect the wearer from both inhalation of droplets and airborne particles, which could contain infectious agents. Wearing this type of mask is more restrictive (thermal discomfort, respiratory resistance) than that of a surgical mask.
There are three categories of FFP masks, depending on their effectiveness (estimated based on the effectiveness of the filter and the face leakage). Thus, we distinguish:
- FFP1 masks filtering at least 80% of aerosols (total inward leakage <22%).
- FFP2 masks filtering at least 94% of aerosols (total inward leakage <8%).
- FFP3 masks filtering at least 99% of aerosols (total inward leakage <2%)
A surgical mask is a medical device (standard NF EN 14683). It is intended to prevent the projection towards the entourage of the droplets emitted by the person wearing the mask. It also protects the wearer against the projections of droplets emitted by a person opposite. However, it does not protect against the inhalation of very small airborne particles. There are three types of masks:
- Type I: bacterial filtration efficiency> 95%.
- Type II: bacterial filtration efficiency> 98%.
- Type IIR: bacterial filtration efficiency> 98% and splash resistant.
Are the S76 UNS masks up to standard?
These masks comply with AFNOR SPEC S76-001: 2020 standards of March 27, 2020. They are described as "barrier mask devices". They are shipped individually or in bags of 20, with an explanatory leaflet including the recommendations for use laid down by the AFNOR standard.
Where are they made? Are they washable and reusable?
They are marketed by a French company L'essentiel.
They are washable at 60 ° and therefore reusable 10 times after washing.
