Putting on your face mask
Struggling to put your mask on? Here’s some simple tips.
Remove mask from box touching only the edge of ties/elastic of the mask, with coloured side of mask facing out.
- Secure elastic behind your ears or tie both ties at the back of your head
- Pinch the flexible band across the bridge of your nose
- Extend the mask down under your chin
NOTE: the mask should cover both your nose and mouth

Removing your face mask
- DO NOT TOUCH the front of the mask
- Remove the ties from around your ears or behind your head (if ties undo bottom tie first)
- Place mask into bin (do not fold crush etc.)
Alcohol hand rub or wash your hands TIPS:
- You can wear the face mask for up to 4 hours
- Change the mask if it becomes damp
- Once you remove the mask dispose of immediately
- Do not re apply a used mask
- Staff not familiar with wearing a mask try and slow down your breathing
