3M 8812 Valved Dust Respirator
Standard: EN149
Type: FFP1S
Maximum Usage Levels:
4 x WEL* for Particulates**
Approval: CE marked
* Workplace Exposure Limit
**Assigned Protection Factor (APF) as detailed in BS4275: 1997
This respirator should not be used in oxygen deficient environments, for escape purposes or by
people with beards/ facial hair or in atmospheres where concentrations of contaminant may
exceed that deemed Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH)
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8812 Valved Dust Respirator
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Cup the respirator in
your hand with the
nosepiece at your
fingertips allowing the
headbands to hang
freely below your hand.
Pull the top strap over
your head resting it
high at the top back of
your head. Pull the
bottom strap over your
head and position it
around the neck below
the ears.
Position the respirator
under your chin with
the nosepiece up.
Place the fingertips of
both hands at the top of
the metal nosepiece.
Mould the nosepiece to
the shape of your nose
by pushing inward
while moving your
fingertips down both
sides of the nosepiece.
Pinching the nosepiece
using one hand may
result in less effective
respirator performance.
The seal of the respirator on the face should be fit-checked prior to
wearing in the work area.
a) Cover the front of the respirator with both hands, being careful
not to disturb the position of the respirator.
b) Inhale sharply.
A negative pressure should be felt inside the respirator. If any
leakage is detected, adjust position of respirator and/or tension of
strap. Retest the seal. Repeat the procedure until the respirator is
sealed properly.
If you cannot achieve a proper fit, do not enter the contaminated
area. See your supervisor.
Note - do not use with beards or other facial hair that may inhibit
contact between the face and the edge of the respirator.
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