Superseded
Standard
Historical
NBN EN 14683:2006
Surgical masks - Requirements and test methods
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Summary
This European Standard specifies construction and performance requirements, and test methods for surgical masks intended to limit the transmission of infective agents from staff to patients and (in certain situations vice-versa) during surgical procedures in operating theatres and other medical settings with similar requirements.
This European Standard is not applicable to masks intended exclusively for the personal protection of staff.
NOTE 1 Standards for masks for use as respiratory personal protective equipment are available.
NOTE 2 Annex A provides information for the users of surgical masks.
This European Standard is not applicable to masks intended exclusively for the personal protection of staff.
NOTE 1 Standards for masks for use as respiratory personal protective equipment are available.
NOTE 2 Annex A provides information for the users of surgical masks.
Technical characteristics
| Publisher | Bureau de Normalisation Belge (NBN) |
| Publication Date | 12/31/2005 |
| Cancellation Date | 05/31/2006 |
| Page Count | 19 |
| EAN | --- |
| ISBN | --- |
| Weight (in grams) | --- |
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