3M™ VFlex™ Healthcare Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask 1804, N95

This disposable N95 Healthcare Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask is designed to help provide quality, reliable respiratory protection for health care workers. CDC guidelines state N95 respirators may be used for M. tuberculosis exposure control.* As a disposable particulate respirator, it is intended to help reduce wearer exposure to certain airborne particles including those generated by electrocautery, laser surgery, and other powered medical instruments. As a surgical mask, it is designed to be fluid resistant to splash and spatter of blood and other infectious materials. 3M uses a variety of innovative technologies and features to help you meet your respiratory protection and comfort needs.
This economical flatfold respirator has the following features:
- NIOSH Approved N95
- FDA 510K cleared
- Fluid Resistant as tested per ASTM F1862 80 mmHg
- Meets CDC guidelines for M. tuberculosis exposure control*
- 3M™ Advanced Electrostatic Media (AEM) - Highly charged microfibers enhance the capture of airborne particles while allowing you to breathe easier
- Pleats help increase surface area for ease of breathing
- Pleats flex with mouth movement while talking
- Adjustable noseclip helps provide a custom and secure seal
- Available in 2 sizes
- Fits a broad range of faces
- Tabs uniquely designed for positioning the respirator on the face

Potential settings and applications may include: Operating Rooms, Clinics, TB Wards, Patient Care, Labor and Delivery, Infection Control Practices, Laboratory, emergency or pandemic preparedness planning, stockpiling, etc.

WARNING: These respirators help reduce exposures to certain airborne contaminants. User is solely responsible for the selection of appropriate PPE equipment for the setting and application. Before use, the wearer must read and understand the User Instructions provided as a part of the product packaging and for ensuring proper donning and doffing of respiratory equipment. In the U.S., a written respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the requirements of OSHA 1910.134 including training, fit testing and medical evaluation. In Canada, CSA standards Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. Misuse may result in sickness or death. For proper use, see package instructions, supervisor, or call 3M PSD Technical Service in USA at 1-800-243-4630 and in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.

* Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2007 Guideline for Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings.