Author Topic: Chemical & Biological Hazards Masks (Read 345 times)

Maria Regina · « **on:** October 05, 2019, 11:06:58 AM »

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_{When it comes to SHTF, a gas mask is an essential preppers list item. Many people believe that gas masks are overkill in terms of prioritizing survival items. There is no doubt that food, water, and ammo are the most essential items. But the ability to provide gas masks for your family during a major disaster (think Yellowstone blowing, a nuclear meltdown, or contaminated air events) is incredibly beneficial and could save lives.}

_{This gas masks guide will teach you everything you need to know about gas mask history, benefits, usage, and purchasing.}

_{History to Purchasing Appropriate Gas Masks for your Entire Family}

_{In the 21st century, we are preparing for a multitude of potential issues including: cινιℓ ωαr, an attack from the middle east or Russia, and are consistently dealing with earthquakes and hurricane season is causing serious damage—not just coastal areas, but far inland too! Many wildfires are also damaging west coast US areas.}

_{Whether you believe in prepping for disasters or not, having some understanding of breathing tools is essential. That way when you’re ready, you will have a bit of knowledge to go on when purchasing. If a chemical blast or other debris fills United States air, you may require a gas mask just to continue breathing safely.}

_{There are a variety of different styles out there, some are of course better than others. There are those that are cheaply priced and therefor, cheaply made. In the event of a crisis, it is always best to pay that little bit extra for higher quality product. Some are as cheap as 25.00 (usually not for preppers) and some over well over $350s, usually the best of the best. But, many are still good ones to stock up on and start at $50 to 60 or more.}

_{But, first, a history lesson on gas masks and what they were used for in the past.}

_{The Development of Breathing Apparatuses and Gas Masks}

_{The invention of the gas mask has been a positive tool for a variety of occupations. People work in manufacturing, painting, military, cleaning, and other industries that breathing in fumes, smoke, chemicals or other toxic air particles that can cause harm have used them for protection purposes for decades.}

_{Masks Developed Initially For Preventing:}

_Smoke
_Water
_Gases
_{Coal debris}
_{Chlorine Gas/Chemical warfare}
_Dust

_{From 1800s to Present Day: Breathing Mask Creation and Use}

_{The Deane brothers John and Charles, in 1823, made a specialized mask for firefighter. Later on, they used their model and made some changes for workers in the underwater and diving profession. During that time, another inventor Augustus Siebe developed a suit with a specialized helmet, also intended for divers.}

_{Early 1820s diving masks and gear started to develop}

_{Respirators were also being developed so the air quality would be even better for people in a variety of fields to assist with better breathing during tough situations. Siebe started his own company called Siebe Gorman and Co. and put defense respirators on the market and later there were more and more competitors such as Lewis Haslett’s 1849 invention of the Inhaler/Lung protector which purified the air even better to filter out the dust from the air.}

_{Early gas mask filters and devices were very simple:}

_{Early air filters include simple devices were a soaked handkerchief held over the nose and mouth.}
_{The devices evolved when hoods were worn over the head; soaked with protective chemicals}
_{Later on, goggles were used to protect eyes}
_{Later filters drums were added and made better}
_{Mid 1800s, Scotsman inventor, John Stenhouse makes mask filtration device}
_{1860 French inventors, Rouquayrol and Denayrouze create mask for miners}
_{1871 British inventor, John Tyndall, makes apparatus for firemen and gas fumes}
_{1874 Sam Barton makes mask for toxins, smoke and other elements}
_{1914, American, Garrett Morgan invents Morgan Safety Hood smoke protector and gas mask}
_{As time went, many other developments and modifications were made and the gear became better for breathing}
_{Specialized carbon monoxide respirator were developed}
_{The smoke helmet was made by Cluny Macpherson; used for gas and smoke}
_{The British designed the small box respirator; used for gas and chemicals}

_{Whether you think you need a gas mask or not if something happens where you cannot breathe, you’ll need a proper gas or other kind of mask apparatus over your face to breathe better air—and not just for a chemical attack. Initial use for was for war, jobs involving smoke, fumes, and under water divers. Now, we are experiencing more natural disasters and might need them for nuclear attacks. The world is a scary place and prepping lists are growing.}

_{If you are still intrigued and maybe should add gas masks to your list, more detailed information on some of the best quality gas masks for your money continues below.}

_{What is a Gas Mask and How Can They Save You}

_{All gas masks are designed to help filter oxygen from harmful substances such as dust, debris, and chemicals. They are tools that can help but they aren’t a complete cure. You may still be exposed to some extent of the harmful elements in the air.}

_{Unless you are wearing an astronaut space suit you simply cannot be contained from everything, but you do want a full head, face gas mask.}

_{There are variety of full head face masks on the market right now and due to the increase of preppers around the globe it can be hard to narrow down which are best.}

_{Reasons For Wearing a Prepper Gas Mask:}

_{Nuclear meltdown, or attack}
_Biological
_{Radiological agents}
_Chemicals
_{General debris in the air}
_{Dirt; Dust}
_{Paint Fumes}
_{Mold toxins}

_{All Gas Masks Aren’t the Same; Check Specifics Before Buying}

_{When you’re ready to buy a gas mask for each family member make sure you select the most beneficial ones that will work when the time is needed to use them. This may sound simple and ridiculous, but so many are on the market and there are items to check, or look for to make sure it’s really a legitimate gas mask.}

_{It should be rated for chemical use and riot control agents}
_{Should be designated by the CBA/RCA and have a rating}
_{NBC is for chemical, nuclear or biological agents}
_{Call manufacturer to better understand specifics of any models}
_{Check for third party testing information}
_{NIOSH rating usually doesn’t mean anything other than it’s approved for certain work environments, preppers shouldn’t buy this kind, it’s not a real gas mask}

_{Gas masks that are cheap are usually because they might not be a full-mask on only be a half mask. Some stores sell surplus, and they could contain old filters. Most real full headed gas masks do use charcoal filters. These can be expensive to replace.}

_{There are two basic types of Gas Masks}

_{There are air purifying respirators, but these only cover your nose and mouth. This kind leaves your eyes exposed. So, during some sort of attack, you probably want more protection than this. A full face mask with an air filtration feature is much more ideal.}

_{Some are rubber helmets, some aluminum, etc. You need to read on which ones are good for chemicals in the air. Some are upgraded doctor’s masks or just for doing pesticides. Some of these chemical fume ones are just fine for disaster situations and chemicals or nuclear blasts.}

_{There are Two Types of Gas Masks:}

_{Air purifying respirator (usually only for breathing – preppers need full head masks)}
_{Full face gas mask with full vision area and one or two filters}

_{Filter on Gas Masks need to do the following:}

_{Particle Filtration}
_{Chemical absorption}
_{Chemical reaction to neutralize other chemicals}

_{Activated Charcoal for a Chemical or Nuclear Attack}

_{Charcoal is a porous substance that chemically attracts any harmful gases or liquid vapors but, it won’t grab everything. The activated charcoal will absorb some chemical agents that you shouldn’t breathe in; the dangerous ones.}

_{A good filter uses chemical reactions to neutralize when you breathe in. This is a very effective way of defending against one specific chemical agent. You must make sure the respirator has the correct counteractive chemical.}

_{Potential Issues and things to be aware of with sight, filters needed, and surplus deals}

_{Make sure you can see clearly}
_{Make sure filters in ones you purchase aren’t expired}
_{Always buy new, and extra filters, replace when needed}
_{Make sure they are still rated for different treats}
_{Filters can be expensive 40-50 dollars for replacements, depends on brands and quality}
_{Make sure if someone wears glasses, you accommodate this, not all do!}

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With all the newly developed asphalt chemicals being released in the Southwestern USA, especially Los Angeles and Imperial Valley, California and Tuscon, and Phoenix, Arizona, a lot of folks, especially the elderly might need a mask. Every time the local street department crews asphalt an old road, I become very ill with sore muscles and can barely walk.

Author Topic: Chemical & Biological Hazards Masks (Read 345 times)

Maria Regina

Chemical & Biological Hazards Masks