DuPont Personal Protection announced that face coverings made with DuPont Nomex may be used along with (FR) garments, such as those made of Nomex, in response to the protection needs of COVID-19. When used as face, nose and mouth coverings, properly designed masks, balaclavas, gaiters and hoods made with Nomex may help meet the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) social distancing guidance on wearing masks in worker environments that also require FR protection.
Nomex is a trusted FR brand for workers and is inherently flame resistant, providing protection that’s built into the fiber and can’t be washed out or worn away. Lightweight, highly-durable and low-linting, Nomex provides an ideal balance of comfort and protection. Face coverings made with Nomex are suitable for use in the utilities, manufacturing, oil and gas, and chemical industries, and won’t melt, drip or burn in the event of a flash fire.
ensure worker protection
Many masks may meet the CDC’s guidance on face coverings, but don’t offer flame resistance"
“Specifying a total FR solution with both a Nomex garment and Nomex mask is essential to help ensure worker protection. Many masks may meet the CDC’s guidance on face coverings, but don’t offer flame resistance. In fact, some masks may create additional hazards for the wearer because they could melt, drip or burn, causing other dangers."
"Now, more than ever, it is essential that the recommended PPE match the challenges of the hazards at hand to help keep workers safe”, says David Domnisch, Global Business Director, DuPont Personal Protection.
flame-resistant garments
Combination of flame-resistant (FR) garments and face coverings made with Nomex provide industrial workers with FR hazard protection while social distancing. The DuPont Personal Protection unit of DuPont Safety & Construction remains committed to helping protect those who protect others, especially as we strive to protect the dedicated workers on the front lines fighting COVID-19.