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Particle filter mask ERA MASKE - BASARAN “Disposable Flat Fold Respirator” — risk: health risk / other
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01372/20
Summary
The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 50% in the penetration test and ≤ 76% in the exposure test). Consequently, an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection if not combined with additional protective measures. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation and with the…
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Product
Particle filter mask — ERA MASKE - BASARAN
- Brand
- ERA MASKE - BASARAN
- Name / model
- Disposable Flat Fold Respirator · ERA1300 FFP3 NR
- Barcode
- 8681248449145
- Category
- Protective equipment
- White transverse face mask, with the model and logo printed on it, claiming to be of the FFP3 type.
What is the risk?
- The particle/filter retention of the material is insufficient (measured value ≤ 50% in the penetration test and ≤ 76% in the exposure test). Consequently, an excessive amount of particles or microorganisms might pass through the mask, increasing the risk of infection if not combined with additional protective measures. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation and with the relevant European standard EN 149.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 21/09/2020
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