All Spanish citizens, as early as May 21st, will have to get used to wearing a health and hygiene element that until a few weeks ago was very foreign to us: the mask.
In this article we will give all the information on how to choose and use them correctly and we will put links to Buy disposable masks and gloves in stock.
The BOE specifies that masks must be used in Public and enclosed spaces whenever it is not possible to maintain a minimum interpersonal distance of two meters (not only on public transport).
Use is mandatory for everyone over the age of six and recommended for children aged three to five.
People with breathing difficulties and those with contraindications are exempt from this obligation and must carry a justifier with them.
People who go out to train on bikes and those who run are exempt from using a mask if they do not want to wear it, because it could cause respiratory problems. What is the penalty if I don’t wear a mask? During the first few days, the security forces will have to inform the population.
The person who is not wearing a mask will be asked to proceed to put it on or withdraw from the area where they are, if it is not possible to maintain the interpersonal safety distance.
Only in cases where the person refuses to comply with the instructions of the police, will he be sanctioned.
The penalty would be formulated by the law on the protection and security of citizens and could amount to up to 600 euros. 
What mask can I wear if I am healthy? The mandatory face masks in public spaces are only those called surgical or hygienic. Hygienic masks cover the mouth, nose and chin attached to the ears or head. They consist of one or more layers of textile material and can be reusable or disposable. What to wear if I suspect I am infected? For those who have been infected, who have symptoms or who are asymptomatic positive, the use of surgical masks is recommended, which must have a mechanism that allows them to fit perfectly in the nose, mouth and chin.
These masks, which are the ones used in clinical settings, limit the transmission of infectious agents because they are designed to filter exhaled air, so their mission is to protect those who wear it by avoiding viral dispersion when sneezing, coughing or talking.
People in contact with infected or positive people should wear EPI covid-19 masks. How long do they last? Hygienic and surgical masks are exclusively disposable and their duration does not exceed four hours.
It is not recommended to wash as they lose their filtering capacity.
However, and only in the case of reusable hygienic masks, the Ministry of Health recommends washing them with detergent and water at a temperature between 60º and 90º in a normal washing machine cycle or by immersing them in a 1:50 dilution of bleach with hot water for 30 minutes.
Then wash with soap and water and rinse well to remove any remaining bleach and allow to dry. What are the types of Masks?Hygienic masks: they are generally composed of one or more layers of textile material and can be disposable or with an interchangeable filter that can be reused, washing them correctly.
If they are reusable, the manufacturer will indicate how to wash them and the maximum number of washes.
From there, the effectiveness of the mask is not guaranteed.
Non-reusable ones should be disposed of after recommended use, and for comfort and hygiene reasons, it is recommended not to use for more than 4 hours.
If it gets wet or deteriorates, it is recommended to replace it with another one.
Surgical masks: they can have an expiration date and must be sold packaged.
Only pharmacies can sell them individually without packaging.
These masks are designed to filter exhaled air, and their mission is to protect those around you, avoiding viral dispersion when you sneeze, cough, or talk.
They must have a mechanism that allows them to glue it firmly to the nose, mouth and chin.
Its lifespan depends on each manufacturer, but it should be changed when they feel wet or dirty.
For reasons of comfort and hygiene, it is usually recommended not to wear the mask for more than 4 hours.
Its labeling must include the CE marking, which guarantees that the product complies with the legislation, the reference to the UNE EN 14683 standard, which guarantees compliance with a quality standard and whether it is type I or II (the latter can also be resistant to splashes of blood and other biological fluids).
Epi masks: sold in pharmacies, specialized factories and department stores.
These types of masks are personal protective equipment (epi) and are primarily recommended for professionals because they create a barrier between a potential risk and the user.
They may also be recommended for more vulnerable groups.
They filter the inhaled air avoiding the entry of polluting particles and, depending on their effectiveness, they can be of three types: FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3.
For protection against covid-19, the use of EPI FFP2 masks is recommended.
The CE marking must appear on the label, followed by four numbers that ensure that the product complies with the legislation, the reference to the UNE EN-149 standard, which ensures compliance with a quality standard, the NR marking (indicates that the product is not reusable) and the R marking (reusable), the type of mask (FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3) and the filter (P1, P2 and P3).
How to wear a mask? First, wash your hands for 40 to 60 seconds.
Touch only the elastic bands of the mask.
Place it over your nose and mouth, making sure there are no large gaps between your face and the mask.
Pull the rubber bands behind your ears or tie the laces.
Pinch the nose clip to fit snugly around your nose.
Avoid touching the outside of the mask, and if you do, wash your hands before and after.
Before removing the mask, wash your hands.
Remove it by touching only the elastic bands.
To dispose of it, put it in a plastic bag, put it closed in the trash and wash your hands afterward. Cleaning and storage In the case of reusable masks, each manufacturer explains the washing instructions and using a method other than the recommended one can deteriorate the product and, therefore, lose its effectiveness.
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