Can your mask be discarded immediately after a certain number of hours? I’ve been using my mask for a long time.
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Can your mask be discarded immediately after a certain number of hours? I’ve been using my mask for a long time.
It is generally replaced once a day, at most twice a day. The price of masks is not high anymore.
This post was last edited by qugd on 2021-8-3 at 14:35. Do masks need to be replaced regularly? Isn’t it worn all the time? As long as it doesn’t turn black, I’ll keep wearing it; it cost a lot of money, so it would be a shame to throw it away.
Take it for a while each day. Replace it when it feels dirty or after a long time!
Generally, it’s not worn; instead, a plastic bag is used and kept in the pocket as a backup. It’s rare to wear it on any occasion; once worn, it’s put back in the bag, with a new one used each week. However, if you spend a long time in crowded public places or return from hospitals or similar places, discard it immediately.
We all understand this: we’re reluctant to throw away masks as long as they don’t seem dirty, but this is not advisable. It’s acceptable to keep them if it’s for dust prevention, but in the case of fighting the pandemic, they should be discarded immediately. If you really can’t bring yourself to throw them away, then disinfect them after each use; still, it’s best to get rid of them eventually. Decide for yourself how long it should be. There is only one principle: ensure safety.
It’s necessary to achieve both hygiene and cost savings, taking both into account.