Project Scope
- Using flat plate system measure performance of filtering facepiece respirators against nanoparticles
- Using manikin head form measure face seal leakage and filter performance of respirators against nanoparticles
- Determine most penetrating particle size for N95, P100, and FFP2 filters
Milestones
- In-house nanoparticle generation and test systems will be set up
- Research proposal on nanoparticle penetration will be submitted for external peer review
- Begin experimental studies per approved protocol
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Outputs
- Manuscripts published or submitted to peer review journals (approx. 1)
- Presentations to stakeholders or conferences (approx.1)
- Standards committee meetings & public meetings (approx.1)
- NIOSH Best Practice Nanotech Guidance Documents
Outcomes
- Experimental data from project is used in NIOSH, ASTM, & ISO guidelines for worker protection against aerosolized nanoparticles
- DuPont uses NIOSH recommended test procedures for collecting data on barrier materials and filter media
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