Covid 19: How to put on a mask correctly?

· Clean your hands

Before you wear a mask it is important that you completely clean your hands with soap and water. Make sure to follow the guidelines of washing hands. After washing your hands dry them with a clean towel, because wet hands can damage the mask, unless you are using a reusable mask.

· Check masks for defects

After washing hands check the mask for defects. Check if there are any holes, there shouldn’t be any holes in the mask, not even the small ones because that small space is enough for the virus to pass.

· Ensure the proper side of the mask faces outside

Before wearing ensure the proper side of the mask faces outside. Masks have different layers and the outside layer prevents the virus from entering through so see that you hold your mask correctly being the outer layer facing outside. If you are using a reusable mask, make sure to hold your mask by the bands or knots.

· Wear your mask

Now place the mask on your face, still holding the ear loops or the ties or straps. Different masks have different methods of attaching the mask to your head, learn the method and attach your mask correctly make sure it is not loose or not much tight.

· Adjust your mask

After wearing the mask adjust your mask. Make sure that it covers your mouth and nose area. Pull it down below the chin and fix the bendable portion on your nose area. Don’t forget to adjust the bendable portion as it is important to keep your mask in place.

After wearing the mask wash your hands again with soap and water and dry it.

Avoid touching your mask directly. If you want to adjust your mask use the ear loops or bands.

If you are using reusable mask make sure to disinfect your masks regularly.