This document specifies minimum requirements for particle filtering half masks as respiratory protective devices intended to protect the wearer in occupational settings, where there is a health risk(s) from inhaling any type of particles during working activities except for escape purposes.
Laboratory and practical performance tests or references to test method standards are included for the assessment of compliance with the requirements.
Legislation related to this standard
Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and repealing Council Directive 89/686/EEC
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EN 149:2001+A1:2009
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