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What is the difference between a FFP3 particulate respirator and a surgical mask?

April 26, 2017difference face masks mask Particulate respirator surgical swine flu

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What is the difference between a FFP3 particulate respirator and a surgical mask?

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• FFP3 class disposable particulate respirators are tested and approved to EN149:2001 and as such offer the highest level of protection available from this type of device. When worn correctly they are expected to reduce exposure by a factor of 20.