Always follow product instructions on use and storage of the medical face mask/surgical face mask and procedures for how to put on and remove a mask. If instructions for putting on and removing the mask are not available, then follow the steps below:
- Clean your hand with soap and water or hand sanitizer before putting on the medical face mask/surgical face mask.
- The exterior side of the mask should be outwarded.
- Make sure the metallic strip bendable edge at the top by your nose
- Elastic straps: Hold the mask by both ear loops and place one loop over each ear.
- Use your finger and thumb to pinch the bendable top edge of the mask to shape of your nose.
- Pull the bottom of the mask over your mouth and chin and be sure the mask fits snugly.
- Wash your hands before removing the medical face mask/surgical face mask.
- Untie or remove the ear loops and remove the mask by the straps.
- Throw the mask in the trash.
- Wash your hands.
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