Moldex Respirator Warnings - Manual

MOLDEX
®
DISPOSABLE RESPIRATORS
APPLICATIONS:
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WARNING TO USER:
1. Follow all instructions and warnings on the use of this respirator and wear during all times of exposure. Failure to do so will reduce
respirator effectiveness, wearer protection and may result in sickness or death.
2. Before use, the user must first be trained by the employer in proper respirator use, in accordance with applicable safety and health
standards, for the contaminant and exposure level in the assigned work area.
3. The particulates and other contaminants which can be dangerous to your health include those which you cannot see, taste, or smell.
4. Moldex industrial respirators have not been sold with warnings or use instructions for personnel involved in healthcare or related
situations, where there may be the possibility of contact with disease or biological hazards. If you are considering such uses, first call
the Moldex Technical Service Dept., +1 (310) 837-6500 or +1 (800) 421-0668 ext. 512/550 or select your respirator from our line of
healthcare and surgical respirators.
How do I choose an appropriate filter?
Respirators certified under 42CFR 84 are divided into filter types and efficiency levels.
An N95 would be 95% efficient in environments where no oils are present.
Filter Types:
• N-Series: • R-Series: • P-Series:
Not for oil Resistant to oil Oil proof
Efficiency classes: • 95% • 99% • 100% (99.97%)
RESPIRATORS — COMMON APPLICATIONS
Lightweight, cost effective, comfortable protection.
N95, R95 and P95 Series
Grinding, Torch Cutting, Sanding, Metal Pouring, Sweeping, Metal Working, Bagging, Foundries, Stone Quarrying, Agriculture, Metal
Machining, Construction Sites, Cement, Ceramics Manufacturing, Underground Mining, Timber/Lumber Mills, Polishing, Buffing, Lime,
Poultry, Textiles, Welding, Brazing, Soldering.
N95 and R95 Plus Nuisance Levels of Ozone and Organic Vapors
Welding, Arc Cutting, Foundry Operations, Brazing, Plasma Spraying, Laser Beam Cutting/Welding, Laboratory Settings, Agriculture,
Petrochemical Manufacturing, Rendering Plants, Auto Repair, Mining Operations, Waste Disposal.
N95 and R95 Plus Nuisance Levels of Acid Gas Irritants
Aluminum Smelting, Glass Etching, Electroplating, Fiberglass Manufacturing, Paper Processing, Chemical Processing, Brewing
Operations, Fertilizer Production.
N99 Series
Welding, Soldering, Brazing, Metal Working, Grinding, Sanding, Cement Work, Metal Pouring, Underground Mining, Textile Manufacturing.
N100 and P100 Series
Metal Working, Grinding, Sanding, Sweeping, Bagging, Foundries, Pharmaceutical Operations, Power Plants, Environments where an
OSHA substance specific standard applies (e.g., lead, cadmium, inorganic arsenic, MDA).
USE AGAINST (N95 MODELS):
1. Particulate aerosols free of oil.
2. For 2400N95, 2800/1N95, 4800 N95 and M2800/1N95 only, nuisance levels (less than OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits) of Organic
Vapor Odors and/or Ozone.
3. For 2500N95 only, nuisance levels (less than OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits) of Acid Gas Irritants.
USE AGAINST (R95 and P95 MODELS):
1. Oil and non-oil particulate aerosols.
2. For 2840/1R95 only, nuisance levels (less than OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits) of Organic Vapor Odors and/or Ozone.
3. For 2940/1R95 only, nuisance levels (less than OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits) of Acid Gas Irritants.
DO NOT USE AGAINST (N95, N99 and N100 MODELS):
1. Concentrations of contaminants which are unknown, or are immediately dangerous to life or health.
2. Concentrations of particulates which exceed the maximum use concentration or 10 times the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit,
whichever is lower.
3. Gases, vapors, asbestos, paint spray, sandblasting or particulate materials which generate harmful vapors.
4. Oil-based mists.
DO NOT USE AGAINST (R95, P95 and P100 MODELS):
1. Concentrations of contaminants which are unknown or are immediately dangerous to life or health.
2. Concentrations of particulates which exceed the maximum use concentration or 10 times the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit,
whichever is lower.
3. Gases, vapors, asbestos, paint spray, sandblasting or particulate materials which generate harmful vapors. These respirators are NOT
approved for any vapors or gases, so when 2840/1R95 is used against Organic Vapor Odors and/or Ozone or 2940/1R95 is used
against Acid Gas Irritants, do not exceed the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit.
4. Oil-based mists for longer than one 8 hour work shift.
RESTRICTIONS (N95, N99 and N100 MODELS):
1. This respirator does not supply oxygen and must not be used in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
2. Do not remain in contaminated area if any physical distress occurs, for example breathing difficulty, dizziness or nausea.
3. Leave contaminated area and replace respirator if it is damaged, distorted, a proper fit can not be obtained or breathing
becomes difficult.
4. Prior to each use, carefully inspect the entire respirator, including filter media and strap/weld attachment area for tears and damage.
Staple or strap/weld attachment perforations do not affect respirator performance.
5. Do not alter, modify, or abuse this respirator.
6. Store unused respirators in box/bag in a clean, dry, non-contaminated area.
7. Dispose of respirator according to your employer’s policy and local regulations.
8. Dispose no later than thirty days after first use.
9. Use respirator before the “use by” expiration date printed on box/bag.
10. If used for welding, wear appropriate eye and face protection.
RESTRICTIONS (R95, P95 and P100 MODELS):
1. This respirator does not supply oxygen and must not be used in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
2. Do not remain in contaminated area if any physical distress occurs, for example breathing difficulty, dizziness or nausea.
3. Leave contaminated area and replace respirator if it is damaged, distorted, a proper fit can not be obtained or breathing
becomes difficult.
4. Prior to each use, carefully inspect the entire respirator, including filter media and strap/weld attachment area for tears and damage.
Staple or strap/weld attachment perforations do not affect respirator performance.
5. Do not alter, modify, or abuse this respirator.
6. Store unused respirators in box/bag in a clean, dry, non-contaminated area.
7. Dispose of respirator according to your employer’s policy and local regulations.
8.
Where oil mists are present dispose no later than 8 hours after first use. Where non-oil particulates only are present, dispose no
later than 30 days after first use.
9. Use respirator before the “use by” expiration date printed on box/bag.
10. If used for welding, wear appropriate eye and face protection.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR Healthcare PARTICULATE RESPIRATOR SURGICAL MASKS:
DESCRIPTION
The Moldex healthcare particulate respirator surgical mask models are designed to help provide respiratory protection for the wearer.
This product has been tested
1 and certified by NIOSH as an N95 respirator and as having a filter efficiency level of 95% or greater
against particulate aerosols free of oil. It is fluid resistant, 2 disposable and may be worn in surgery or throughout the hospital. These
models do not contain any components made from natural rubber latex.
INTENDED USE
The various models of Moldex type N95 Healthcare Particulate Respirator and Surgical Masks meet CDC Guidelines for TB exposure
control within healthcare facilities. These devices are also intended to be worn by healthcare personnel during surgical procedures to
protect both the patient and healthcare personnel from the transfer of microorganisms, body fluids and particulate material.
CONTRADINDICATIONS
1. Not for use with beards, or other facial hair that prevents direct contact between the face and sealing surface of the respirator.
2. Eyewear must not prevent direct contact between the face and sealing surface of the respirator.
3. Not to be used on children.
1 Tested in accordance with NIOSH 42 CFR 84.
2 Passed ASTM F 1862 @ 160mm Hg
Non-latex straps are used in the headbands of these respirators. However, individuals highly sensitive to natural rubber latex may have
an allergic reaction.
SUPPLEMENTAL HAZARD WARNINGS FOR MOLDEX PARTICULATE RESPIRATORS
These are Warnings and Limitations that all users must be made aware of in addition to all warnings and other information on the
outside of the Moldex respirator packaging or other published related information. You must read and comply with these Warnings
and Limitations at all times and if your employer has determined that it is appropriate to use this respirator.
Proper use of this respirator may reduce but will not eliminate the risk of illness or death from exposure to some Chemical,
Biological, Radiological, or Nuclear (CBRN) hazards. CBRN hazards include, but are not limited to, bacteria, toxins, and viruses that
can cause death, serious bodily injury or disfigurement. The long-range and short-range risks of CBRN hazards and the amount and
manner of exposure that may produce such risks remain to a great extent unknown. Use of this respirator must be in accordance with
the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Health Advisories or any other Local, State or Federal recommendations for use of respirators
against specific CBRN hazards. This respirator should not be used for many CBRN hazards.
There are more efficient models of respirators with a higher level of protection available from Moldex and other manufactur-
ers. It is up to the employer, and not Moldex, to determine if a respirator should be worn and if so, which type, size, level of
protection, and model.
BACKGROUND
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), a branch of the CDC and a U.S. Government agency, is responsible for
testing and certifying respirators for protection against hazardous industrial contaminants. Procedures for selecting and using proper re-
spiratory protection are regulated by various governmental agencies, such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
NIOSH tests and certifies certain respirators for use against chemical warfare agents, biological warfare agents or biohazards and
provides advisory information for some biohazards, but OSHA and other government agencies have not set any exposure standards for
these agents or biohazards, in general.
Moldex does not make recommendations for any type of respirator to be used against CBRN hazards for workers or the
general public.
You should know that there may be no obvious warnings of the presence or release of CBRN hazards.
! WARNING TO ALL USERS:
• This respirator must only be used for substances having Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs) and only where deemed
appropriate by your employer.
• This respirator must be fit tested. If you cannot obtain a proper fit, do not use the respirator and do not enter the risk area.
• This respirator is not for use with beards or other facial hair that prevents direct contact between the face and sealing
surface of the respirator.
• Moldex respirators, when properly fitted and used as part of a comprehensive respiratory protection program, may reduce
wearer exposure to some airborne hazards, but not all.
• In the event of a sudden or unexpected CBRN hazard release, you may use this respirator for escape only if you have not
been provided with a more appropriate respirator for this type of situation. Do not remove the mask from the face until you
have left the contaminated area.
• Do not reuse or store for reuse or hang around neck unless your employer specifically authorizes reuse. Dispose of
respirator as a hazardous waste in accordance with your employer’s directions.
• Use other personal protective equipment, as directed by your employer. Where appropriate use protective gloves when
handling or removing respirator and dispose of respirator and then gloves in accordance with your employer’s directions.
• If CDC or other Local, State or Federal agency issues new or revised guidelines for respirator use against specific hazards,
users must strictly comply.
! WARNINGS FOR USE OF PARTICULATE RESPIRATORS AGAINST TB:
OSHA and CDC have recommended the use of any of the particulate respirators approved under 42CFR84 as a means of
providing help in complying with a program designed to reduce occupational exposure to tuberculosis.
The level of effectiveness of respiratory protection from tuberculosis cannot be determined with currently available data.
However, proper use of appropriate Moldex respirators in conjunction with a comprehensive respiratory protection program
may reduce, but will not eliminate, risk of infection.
• Be sure to read the Limitations outlined below and strictly follow all Warnings set forth under the WARNINGS FOR ALL USERS.
• When using any Moldex respirator, filter replacement and/or disposal must be handled in accordance with your Healthcare
Facility’s comprehensive respiratory protection program.
• If disinfectants are used to sanitize reusable facepieces, you must consult with your Healthcare Facility and run tests to
ensure the compatibility of any disinfectant with Moldex reusable facepiece materials. Use of disinfectants could impair
the efficiency of the respirator and result in a loss of protection.
LIMITATIONS
• Respirators may reduce but do not eliminate wearer exposure to airborne hazards or the risk of contracting any disease or
infection. Only use this respirator as part of a comprehensive respiratory protection program. You will receive no respiratory
protection if this respirator is not properly fitted and worn. Additionally, potentially hazardous particles, including infectious
agents, smaller than the particle sizes used in NIOSH certifications are likely to exist in certain environments. Some published
data indicates that these smaller particles may not be filtered out as effectively as the particle sizes used by NIOSH [N Series
Count Median Diameter (CMD) 0.075 ± .02µm Geometric Standard Deviation 1.86 (GSD) and R & P Series CMD 0.185 ± .02µm
1.6 (GSD)] when certifying respirators. It is imperative that you determine the size and potential hazards of the particles that
may be present in the environment before selecting appropriate respiratory protection, and that you refer to CDC guidelines
when selecting and using any respirator, particularly in environments where smaller types of particles, such as those refer-
enced above, may be present.
• If the respirator comes in contact with blood or fluids, including body fluids, leave contaminated area as soon as possible
and discard and replace the respirator.
• Moldex respirators must not be used on children.
For further information on use of respirators contact Moldex at +1 (800) 421-0668 or +1 (310) 837-6500 ext. 554, your Employer, or
CDC at www.cdc.gov or +1 (800) 311-3435 or +1 (404) 498-1515.