EN 140 Standard Test for Respiratory Protective Devices, Half Masks and Quarter Masks

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of EN 140 testing. This standard describes criteria for half masks and quarter masks used as part of respiratory protective devices, excluding escape equipment and diving equipment.

Masks used with respiratory protection devices are mainly of three types: full masks, half masks and quarter masks. Full face masks are respiratory masks that cover the eyes, nose, mouth and chin.

Half face masks are respiratory masks that cover the nose, mouth and chin except for the eyes. Quarter masks are respirators that only cover the mouth and nose. Apart from these, there are respirators that only cover the mouth. With these masks, which are used only for escape, a clip is also used to keep the nostrils closed.

Ultimately, which type of mask to use depends entirely on the characteristics of the working environment and the type of activity. For this, first of all, it should be checked whether there is enough oxygen in the ambient air. Then it should be determined what kinds of pollutants are in the air, how much they are present and in what forms.

Airborne particles can be gaseous, particulates, or a mixture of these. It also determines whether the pollutants have adequate warning characteristics, what the applicable occupational exposure limits are, and whether additional personal protective equipment is required.

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