In the days when the coronavirus epidemic started to appear, it was said that only people with symptoms of the disease were said to wear a mask, with the spread of the disease and the emergence of asymptomatic carriers, it was imposed that everyone entering the common areas was obliged to wear a mask. Because using a mask is a very effective method of personal protection against respiratory infections. However, there are some points to be considered in the use of masks. Misuse can do more harm than good, make people sick. To avoid this situation, you can follow the steps below while using a mask.
How to Wear a Mask?
Before putting on the mask, hands are washed for at least 20 seconds with water and normal soap.
The folded part of the mask is held on the outside.
The metal strip is worn over the bridge of the nose.
The metal strip on the upper side of the mask is placed on the bridge of the nose by gently pressing it.
How to Remove the Mask?
The mask should be removed without touching the front part of the nose, mouth and chin where heavy soiling occurs.
If it is elastic, it is removed from the elastics behind the ear, if the thread is removed, first the lower strings in the nape area, then the upper strings at the back of the head.
The removed mask is held by its rubbers or ropes and thrown away in order not to pollute the environment and nature, and the garbage is kept closed continuously.
After removing the mask, hands are washed for at least 20 seconds with water and normal soap.