Problems of adjusting a filtering gas mask during its prolonged use

Abstract

This paper characterizes the problem of matching masks that are part of individual means of protection against contamination. The method of matching masks in the Polish Armed Forces with the use of irritating chemical agents such as chloropicrin and CS was analyzed. The paper presents the results of tests on the matching of modern filtering masks using the optoelectronic method during long-term use. They were analyzed and compared with the results of the reference method ‒ total internal leakage. Keywords: defense against weapons of mass destruction, individual protective equipment, fitting filter masks

Keywords

• defense against weapons of mass destruction
• individual protective equipment
• fitting filter masks