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As the Barrier is disposable, it can be doffed in many ways. However, Corpro’s recommended process
is as follows:
1.
Pull the top two prongs of the Barrier away from the mask to unthread.
2.
Unthread and remove the half mask elastic and buckles from the lower two openings in the
Barrier.
3.4.4.2 Storage and Disposal
Before use, the product should be stored in its original packaging in a cool, dry and
sterile/uncontaminated place. If removed from its original packaging, it may be best to store the
product in a zip-locked bag in a place where there is no risk of contamination e.g., a disinfected locker.
As the product could have potentially hazardous contaminants on the Barrier filter surface following
use and therefore is disposable, it should not be used and put into storage or used, disinfected and
used again. It should be thrown away.
It is the responsibility of Health and S
afety personnel within your organisation to assess the risk and provide disposal guidance. However,
recommendations as follows:
•
The product is made from a mixture of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), polyethylene
terephthalate (PET) and polyethylene (PE), which may be able to be recycled at a specialist
recycling company / site. Check with your local authorities.
•
Depending on your working environment, you may not be able to recycle the product as the it
may be classed as hazardous waste. This would need to be checked and, if classed as
hazardous waste, the appropriate disposal method should be outlined and followed.
•
If the product is not classed as hazardous waste, it should be disposed of or recycled as
applicable in a controlled waste area at the occupational site / an agreed third-party site.
3.4.5 Pre-filter and Pre-filter Holder
The Corpro pre-filter (in combination with the pre-filter holder) is designed to extend the life of the
F1100 range of filters by connecting to the filter and capturing larger particles.
