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