OSHA releases FAQs on N95 respirators

Oct. 25, 2020

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published additional frequently asked questions (FAQs) on how N95 respirators effectively protect wearers from coronavirus (COVID-19) exposure.

OSHA is aware of incorrect claims stating that an N95 respirator filter does not capture particles as small as the virus that causes COVID-19. OSHA’s new FAQs explains why an N95 respirator is effective at protecting users from the virus.

Visit OSHA’s COVID-19 webpage for further information and resources about COVID-19.

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