Lot's of questions about masks. Here is an extra post to help clarify.
THE MASK: Remember, wearing a non-medical mask can reduce the risk of transmitting the virus to others. It has be be worn properly and once it is on, do not touch your face, mouth or eyes.
The mask should be made of a least 2 layers of tightly woven material fabric ( such as cotton or linen). It should be large enough to completely cover the nose and mouth without gaping. It has to fit securely to the head with ties or ear loops. I prefer the ties. They can be adjusted to fit more easily. The Earloop mask can be made to fit more securely and reduce ear discomfort if you use an ear tie that pull the loops off the ears ( see photo).
Change it as soon as it becomes damp or dirty. Throw it into warm soapy water or the wash machine once you have taken it off. Once dry, it should maintain it's shape and size, if not, it may no longer fit. I hang mine to dry to avoid shrinkage in the drier. Remember, the virus hates warm soapy water and cannot withstand drying
Non-medical ( cloth ) masks should not be placed on children under 2 or be placed on anyone who is unable to remove them without assistance. They should not be made of plastic or materials that can easily fall apart. They should not be secured with tape or be shared with others.
HOW TO PUT ON A MASK
Make sure your face is clean and dry. Wash your hands with warm water and soap or hand for at least 20 seconds before touching the mask, or hand sanitizer with a minimum of 60 % alcohol base. Hair away from the fact, place the mask over your nose and mouth and secure to your head with or ears with ties or elastics.
Make sure the mask fits snuggly, with no gaps
Wash your hands again, avoid touching your face. If you do, wash your hands or hand sanitize.
Wash your hands again, avoid touching your face. If you do, wash your hands or hand sanitize.
HOW TO REMOVE THE MASK
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Wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds or use the hand sanitizer. Remove by un-tying it or removing the loops from your ears by hooking the loops with your pinky fingers. Avoid touching the mask while when removing it.
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Wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds or use the hand sanitizer. Remove by un-tying it or removing the loops from your ears by hooking the loops with your pinky fingers. Avoid touching the mask while when removing it.
If you are not at home, place the mask in a zip lock bag and seal it. Wash before reusing.
These guidelines come from the Health Canada website: https://bit.ly/2ScrZOT
Anne-Marie
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