From foundries to wood working, workers in many industries require protection from airborne particles and mists. Sweeping, sanding, grinding, sawing, bagging, welding – each creates a unique set of conditions, especially given environmental considerations such as heat and humidity. 3M’s wide selection of filtering facepiece respirators helps you match the respirator to your environment. 3M Respirator 8293 P100 uses a variety of innovative technologies and features to help you meet your protection and comfort needs. They are all NIOSH 42 CFR 84.

The selestion of respiratory protection equipment follows a basic 3M four-step method:

1. Indentify the hazards-dust, metal fume, gas, vapour etc
2. Assess the Risk-assess the hazards levels against safety standards and consider other protection-skin, eye and body.
3. Select the right respirator-disposable, reusable half mask, full face, powered, supplied-air.
4. Train in fitting and Use-to optimise respiratory protection.

Features of 3M Respirator 8293 P100:

• Lightweight and comfortable
• Adjustable noseclips
• Variety of strap types
• Variety of strap attachments ( Stapled, welded, adjustable buckle)
• Some available with carbon filter material for nuisance level odors
• Soft inner materials (e.g. nosefoam, faceseal)
• This 3M Respirator 8293 P100 compatible with most eye and hearing protection