Wash hands before putting on a mask, before and after taking one off.
The nose clip part is outwards, with the metallic strip uppermost.
Position the mask against the chin first, hand the elastic straps at both ears to properly to keep the mask firmly in place.
Tabs on side of respirator to further adjust facepiece for a comfortable fit as necessary make certain hair, facial hair, jewellery and clothing are not between your face and the respirator as they will interfere with fit. Make certain respirator is completely opened and edges lay flat against your face.
Place your fingertips from both hands at the top of the nosepiece. Use both hands to nbed the nosepiece to fill snugly against your nose and face. Slide fingers down both sides of the nosepiece to seal it against your nose and face. Pinching the nosepiece using one hand may result in improper fit an less effective respirator performance (Use Two Hands)
Perform a user seal check. To check the respirator-to face seal, place both hands completely over the respirator and exhale. Be careful not to disturb the position of the respirator. If air leaks around the nose, re-adjust the nosepiece as described in step 5 if air leaks arond respirator edges, adjust position of straps and make certain respirator edges for snugly against the face.