What are the limitations of using respirators for potential exposures to SARS?
Respirators are not a guarantee that the user will not contract SARS. The following items need to be carefully read and understood. • Respirators may help reduce exposure to airborne biological contaminants, but they don t eliminate the risk of exposure, infection, illness, or death. • For greatest effectiveness respirators need to be worn before and during the entire exposure period. • Respirators may help protect your lungs, however, some biological contaminants may be absorbed through the skin or eyes and other protective equipment may be required. • Fit of the respirator to the face is very important. If it does not fit properly, airborne contaminates will penetrate (enter underneath) the facepiece seal. • 3M respirators are not designed for children. 3M respirators are designed for occupational/professional use by adults who are properly trained in their use and limitations. • The wearer must be clean-shaven to wear respirators that seal tightly to the face. Beard, stubble or long
