The differences between a face mask and a FFP3 respirator

Face masks are loose fitting and designed for one-way protection, to protect others from coughs and sneezes

Covers nose and mouth

WHO recommends a three-layer mask when people cannot socially distance

Majority of masks do not have a safety rating

The FFP3 is a tight-fitting mask that creates a facial seal and filters both inflow and outflow of air

Tight fit over nose and mouth

Filters at least 99% of airborne particles – the most filtering of the FFP masks

Designed to protect the wearer up to the safety rating of the mask

The differences between a face mask and a FFP3 respirator

Face masks are loose fitting and designed for one-way protection, to protect others from coughs and sneezes

The FFP3 is a tight-fitting mask that creates a facial seal and filters both inflow and outflow of air

Covers nose and mouth

Tight fit over nose and mouth

WHO recommends a three-layer mask when people cannot socially distance

Majority of masks do not have a safety rating

Filters at least 99% of airborne particles – the most filtering of the FFP masks

Designed to protect the wearer up to the safety rating of the mask